December weather forecast
Bellefonte, AR

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bellefonte, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 32°F (0°C) and max 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

Bellefonte's transition into December involves a shift in temperature, receding from a mild 56.3°F (13.5°C) in November to a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C). During the nights in December, Bellefonte experiences a consistent average temperature of 32°F (0°C).

Humidity

In Bellefonte, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Bellefonte, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.4 days and collects up to 31.73" (806mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Bellefonte, during December, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.3 snowfall days, and 7.28" (185mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.6h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Bellefonte, is 46.9°F (8.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 32°F (0°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Bellefonte, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Bellefonte, during December, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Bellefonte, in December, during 2.3 snowfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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 Bellefonte have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bellefonte have in December?

In Bellefonte, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Bellefonte?

January, February 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 Bellefonte, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bellefonte, AR

Average temperature in December - Bellefonte, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Bellefonte, AR

Average pressure in December - Bellefonte, 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
Bellefonte, AR

Average wind speed in December - Bellefonte, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Bellefonte, AR

Average humidity in December - Bellefonte, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Bellefonte, AR

Average rainfall in December - Bellefonte, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Bellefonte, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Bellefonte, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bellefonte, AR

Average snowfall in December - Bellefonte, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bellefonte, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Bellefonte, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bellefonte, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bellefonte, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Bellefonte, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Bellefonte, AR

Average UV index in December - Bellefonte, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Bellefonte, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Bellefonte, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Bellefonte, AR

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

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

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