December weather forecast
Choctaw, AR

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Choctaw, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.6°F (9.2°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

Choctaw's weather in December involves a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down slightly from November's mild 57°F (13.9°C) to a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C). December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Choctaw, during December, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. In Choctaw, Arkansas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.1 days and collects up to 33.23" (844mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Choctaw, during December, snow falls for 0.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of snow. In Choctaw, during the entire year, snow falls for 6 days and aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) 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 7:01 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Choctaw, the average sunshine in December is 5.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 48.6°F (9.2°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Choctaw?

In December, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Choctaw?

In Choctaw, in December, during 0.7 snowfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Choctaw, the average day length in December is 9h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Choctaw, AR

Average temperature in December - Choctaw, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Choctaw, AR

Average pressure in December - Choctaw, 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
Choctaw, AR

Average wind speed in December - Choctaw, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Choctaw, AR

Average humidity in December - Choctaw, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Choctaw, AR

Average rainfall in December - Choctaw, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Choctaw, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Choctaw, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Choctaw, AR

Average snowfall in December - Choctaw, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Choctaw, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Choctaw, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Choctaw, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Choctaw, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Choctaw, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Choctaw, AR

Average UV index in December - Choctaw, AR
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Choctaw, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Choctaw, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Choctaw, AR

Average visibility in December - Choctaw, 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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