December weather forecast
Deer, AR

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Weather in December

December brings the year full circle in Deer, Arkansas, with winter's peak arriving alongside festive cheer. This month witnesses substantial drops in temperature, minimum daylight hours, and occasional snowfall. With the lowest temperature averaging out at 33.8°F (1°C), winters reach their apex. The transition into the New Year brings carry forward hopes of brighter, longer days and warming temperatures.

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C) in November to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average an icy 33.8°F (1°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Deer, during December, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.9 rainfall days, and 36.42" (925mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Deer, in December, snow falls for 0.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Deer, during the entire year, snow falls for 4 days and aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature during December is 49.1°F (9.5°C) and the low-temperature is 33.8°F (1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Deer, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Deer, Arkansas, in December, snow falls for 0.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

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 Deer.

How many hours of daylight does Deer have in December?

In Deer, the average day length in December is 9h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Deer, 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
Deer, AR

Average temperature in December - Deer, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Deer, AR

Average pressure in December - Deer, 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
Deer, AR

Average wind speed in December - Deer, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Deer, AR

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Deer, AR

Average rainfall in December - Deer, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.64"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (4.41").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (2.36").

Average rainfall days in December
Deer, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Deer, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Deer, AR

Average snowfall in December - Deer, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Deer, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Deer, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.5 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
Deer, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Deer, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Deer, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Deer, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Deer, AR

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Deer, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Deer, 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 August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Deer, AR

Average visibility in December - Deer, AR
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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