December weather forecast
Banks, AR

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Banks, is still a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and an average low of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a light shift in temperature, down from a refreshing 61.9°F (16.6°C) in November to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C). An average low-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Banks, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Banks, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.2 days and collects up to 24.29" (617mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.2 snowfall days, and 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Banks is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

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 minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 54.1°F (12.3°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is estimated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In Banks, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Banks?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Banks have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Banks?

In Banks, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

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 in Banks is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Banks, AR

Average temperature in December - Banks, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

Average pressure in December
Banks, AR

Average pressure in December - Banks, 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
Banks, AR

Average wind speed in December - Banks, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Banks, AR

Average humidity in December - Banks, 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 October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Banks, AR

Average rainfall in December - Banks, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Banks, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Banks, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Banks, AR

Average snowfall in December - Banks, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Banks, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Banks, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 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, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Banks, AR
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Banks, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Banks, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Banks, AR

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Banks, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Banks, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

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
Banks, AR

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

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

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