December weather forecast
Donaldsonville, AR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Donaldsonville, Arkansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.4°F (4.1°C) and 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December includes a small decrease in the average high-temperature, from a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C) to a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 39.4°F (4.1°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Donaldsonville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.3 days and collects up to 18.54" (471mm) of precipitation.

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 the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Donaldsonville, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In Donaldsonville, 52.7°F (11.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 39.4°F (4.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Donaldsonville, during December, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Donaldsonville, snow does not fall in March through December.

Does it snow in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 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 Donaldsonville, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Donaldsonville?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Donaldsonville, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Donaldsonville, AR

Average temperature in December - Donaldsonville, 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
Donaldsonville, AR

Average pressure in December - Donaldsonville, 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
Donaldsonville, AR

Average wind speed in December - Donaldsonville, 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
Donaldsonville, AR

Average humidity in December - Donaldsonville, 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
Donaldsonville, AR

Average rainfall in December - Donaldsonville, 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
Donaldsonville, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Donaldsonville, 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
Donaldsonville, AR

Average snowfall in December - Donaldsonville, 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
Donaldsonville, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Donaldsonville, 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
Donaldsonville, AR

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

Average sunshine days in December - Donaldsonville, 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
Donaldsonville, AR

Average UV index in December - Donaldsonville, 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
Donaldsonville, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Donaldsonville, 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
Donaldsonville, AR

Average visibility in December - Donaldsonville, 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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