December weather forecast
Dexter, AR

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dexter, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature ranging between min 39.4°F (4.1°C) and max 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C) in November to a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C). In the month of December, Dexter witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Humidity

February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Dexter, in December, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 130.3 rainfall days, and 18.54" (471mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Dexter, is 52.7°F (11.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 39.4°F (4.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

March through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

In Dexter, Arkansas, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Dexter.

How many hours of daylight does Dexter have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Dexter?

In Dexter, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Dexter?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Dexter, AR

Average temperature in December - Dexter, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Dexter, AR

Average pressure in December - Dexter, 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
Dexter, AR

Average wind speed in December - Dexter, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Dexter, AR

Average humidity in December - Dexter, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Dexter, AR

Average rainfall in December - Dexter, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Dexter, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Dexter, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dexter, AR

Average snowfall in December - Dexter, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dexter, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Dexter, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Dexter, AR

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dexter, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Dexter, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Dexter, AR

Average UV index in December - Dexter, AR
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Dexter, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Dexter, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Dexter, AR

Average visibility in December - Dexter, 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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