December weather forecast
Arcadia, AR

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Arcadia, is still a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 53.6°F (12°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a small decrease in the average high-temperature, dipping slightly from a refreshing 61.9°F (16.6°C) in November to a fresh 53.6°F (12°C). Arcadia, during the nights of December, experiences an average temperature drop to an icy 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Humidity

February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 121.9 rainfall days, and 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Arcadia, snow does not fall in April through August, October through December.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 53.6°F (12°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What are the most humid months?

February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Arcadia, during December, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Arcadia?

April through August, October through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

In Arcadia, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Arcadia have in December?

In Arcadia, the average day length in December is 9h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Arcadia have in December?

In Arcadia, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Arcadia, AR

Average temperature in December - Arcadia, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Arcadia, AR

Average pressure in December - Arcadia, AR
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Arcadia, AR

Average wind speed in December - Arcadia, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Arcadia, AR

Average humidity in December - Arcadia, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Arcadia, AR

Average rainfall in December - Arcadia, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.97").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Arcadia, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Arcadia, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Arcadia, AR

Average snowfall in December - Arcadia, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Arcadia, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Arcadia, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Arcadia, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Arcadia, AR
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Arcadia, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Arcadia, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (15.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Arcadia, AR

Average UV index in December - Arcadia, AR
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Arcadia, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Arcadia, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Arcadia, AR

Average visibility in December - Arcadia, AR
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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