December weather forecast
Bard, AR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Bard, Arkansas, with an average temperature varying between 48.4°F (9.1°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

During the shift to December, a minor reduction in average high-temperature is observed, shifting from a moderate 57°F (13.9°C) in November to a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C). Throughout December, Bard witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Bard, in December, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 131 rainfall days, and 20.79" (528mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 6 snowfall days, and 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature, in December, in Bard, is 48.4°F (9.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 36.3°F (2.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Bard, in December, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Bard, in December, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Bard have in December?

In Bard, the average day length in December is 9h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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
Bard, AR

Average temperature in December - Bard, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Bard, AR

Average pressure in December - Bard, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bard, AR

Average wind speed in December - Bard, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Bard, AR

Average humidity in December - Bard, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Bard, AR

Average rainfall in December - Bard, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Bard, AR

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bard, AR

Average snowfall in December - Bard, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bard, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Bard, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bard, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Bard, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Bard, AR

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Bard, AR

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Bard, AR

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

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

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