December weather forecast
Atkins, AR

Share

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Atkins, Arkansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 49.5°F (9.7°C) and 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

The onset of December is marked by a minor decrease in temperature, transitioning from a mild 58.3°F (14.6°C) in November to a chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C). In Atkins, the average low-temperature during the month of December is an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Humidity

In Atkins, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Atkins, during December, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. In Atkins, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.5 days and collects up to 34.76" (883mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Atkins, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.5 days and aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Atkins, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Atkins, is 49.5°F (9.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 35.1°F (1.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Atkins, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Atkins, Arkansas, is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Atkins, the average day length in December is 9h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Atkins, AR

Average temperature in December - Atkins, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Atkins, AR

Average pressure in December - Atkins, AR
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Atkins, AR

Average wind speed in December - Atkins, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Atkins, AR

Average humidity in December - Atkins, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Atkins, AR

Average rainfall in December - Atkins, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Atkins, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Atkins, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Atkins, AR

Average snowfall in December - Atkins, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Atkins, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Atkins, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Atkins, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Atkins, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Atkins, AR

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Atkins, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Atkins, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Atkins, AR

Average visibility in December - Atkins, AR
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

Atkins, Arkansas, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location