December weather forecast
Bear, AR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Bear, Arkansas, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.9°F (2.7°C) and max 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Bear notices a mild change in the average high-temperature, sliding from November's mild 59.9°F (15.5°C) to a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C). During December, Bear observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Bear, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. In Bear, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.7 days and collects up to 33.23" (844mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 0.4 days. Throughout December, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is accumulated. In Bear, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.2 days and aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Bear, records 51.6°F (10.9°C), while the low-temperature is 36.9°F (2.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bear?

In Bear, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Bear, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 0.4 days. Throughout December, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Bear have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Bear, AR

Average temperature in December - Bear, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Bear, AR

Average pressure in December - Bear, 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
Bear, AR

Average wind speed in December - Bear, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Bear, AR

Average humidity in December - Bear, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Bear, AR

Average rainfall in December - Bear, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Bear, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Bear, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bear, AR

Average snowfall in December - Bear, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bear, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Bear, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 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
Bear, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bear, 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 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bear, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Bear, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and October (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Bear, AR

Average UV index in December - Bear, 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
Bear, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Bear, 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 30).

Average visibility in December
Bear, AR

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

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

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