December weather forecast
Bella Vista, AR

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Weather in December

December is the finale of the year in Bella Vista, Arkansas, displaying the arrival of winter in full force. Comparatively colder than November, the city mutes its colors and braces for the cold. Snowfall is a familiar sight once more, adding to the festive atmosphere fitting the holiday season. With December, Bella Vista bids adieu to the year, adorned in a winter coat and ready to embrace the new year with open arms.

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature goes from a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C) in November to a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C). In December, Bella Vista's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Bella Vista is 75%.

Rainfall

In Bella Vista, during December, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. In Bella Vista, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.8 days and collects up to 31.5" (800mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Bella Vista, during December, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Bella Vista, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.3 days and aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during 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. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Bella Vista in December?

In Bella Vista, in December, the average high-temperature is 46.8°F (8.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.6°F (-0.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Bella Vista is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Bella Vista, in December, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Bella Vista, during December, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Bella Vista have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Bella Vista?

January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Bella Vista have in December?

In Bella Vista, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bella Vista, AR

Average temperature in December - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Bella Vista, AR

Average pressure in December - Bella Vista, 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
Bella Vista, AR

Average wind speed in December - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Bella Vista, AR

Average humidity in December - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Bella Vista, AR

Average rainfall in December - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Bella Vista, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bella Vista, AR

Average snowfall in December - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bella Vista, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bella Vista, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Bella Vista, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Bella Vista, AR

Average UV index in December - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Bella Vista, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Bella Vista, AR

Average visibility in December - Bella Vista, 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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