December weather forecast
Charleston, AR

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

A change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a refreshing 59.5°F (15.3°C) to a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C). An average low-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C) is observed during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Charleston, in December, during 7.8 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Charleston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.9 days and collects up to 20.94" (532mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Charleston. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.6 snowfall days, and 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.6h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Charleston, is 50.2°F (10.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 35.1°F (1.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

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 in Charleston?

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

How many hours of daylight does Charleston have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Charleston is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index 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
Charleston, AR

Average temperature in December - Charleston, 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
Charleston, AR

Average pressure in December - Charleston, 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
Charleston, AR

Average wind speed in December - Charleston, 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
Charleston, AR

Average humidity in December - Charleston, 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
Charleston, AR

Average rainfall in December - Charleston, 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
Charleston, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Charleston, 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
Charleston, AR

Average snowfall in December - Charleston, 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
Charleston, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Charleston, 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
Charleston, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Charleston, 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
Charleston, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Charleston, 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
Charleston, AR

Average UV index in December - Charleston, 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
Charleston, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Charleston, 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
Charleston, AR

Average visibility in December - Charleston, 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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