December weather forecast
Conway, AR

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Weather in December

December brings in the winter to Conway and marks the end of the year with cold temperatures and decreased light hours. Christmas lights sparkle against the winter landscape and often against the snow, as the month records an average snowfall of 0.43" (11mm). The fresh chill in the air becomes prominent, with lower temperatures dropping to 36.5°F (2.5°C), indicating the return of the winter months. However, despite the colder climate, Conway celebrates this festive weather with bright luminaries and outdoor festivities, bringing warmth to the chilly December days.

Temperature

A change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a mild 59.5°F (15.3°C) to a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C). The average temperature during December nights is registered at an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

In Conway, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Conway, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Conway, there are 149.1 rainfall days, and 35.31" (897mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Conway, in December, snow falls for 0.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 4.7 snowfall days, and 2.83" (72mm) 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 7:00 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.4h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Conway, records 50.5°F (10.3°C), while the low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Conway, Arkansas, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Conway, in December, snow falls for 0.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Conway is 9h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, 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 health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Conway, AR

Average temperature in December - Conway, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Conway, AR

Average pressure in December - Conway, 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
Conway, AR

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Conway, AR

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Conway, AR

Average rainfall in December - Conway, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Conway, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Conway, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Conway, AR

Average snowfall in December - Conway, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Conway, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Conway, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and 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
Conway, AR

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

Average sunshine days in December - Conway, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Conway, AR

Average UV index in December - Conway, 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
Conway, AR

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Conway, AR

Average visibility in December - Conway, 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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