December weather forecast
Branch, AR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Branch, Arkansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Temperature

During the transition into December, Branch observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a refreshing 59.5°F (15.3°C) in November to a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C). Branch records a steady low-temperature average of 35.1°F (1.7°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 123.9 rainfall days, and 20.94" (532mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Branch, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.6 days and aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Branch, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature during December is 50.2°F (10.1°C) and the low-temperature is 35.1°F (1.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Branch?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Branch, in December, during 7.8 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Branch is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Branch have in December?

The average day length in December in Branch is 9h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Branch, AR

Average temperature in December - Branch, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Branch, AR

Average pressure in December - Branch, 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
Branch, AR

Average wind speed in December - Branch, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Branch, AR

Average humidity in December - Branch, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Branch, AR

Average rainfall in December - Branch, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Branch, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Branch, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Branch, AR

Average snowfall in December - Branch, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Branch, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Branch, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 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
Branch, AR

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Branch, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Branch, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Branch, AR

Average UV index in December - Branch, 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
Branch, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Branch, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Branch, AR

Average visibility in December - Branch, 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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