December weather forecast
Dowdy, AR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Dowdy, Arkansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 49.1°F (9.5°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December involves a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C) in November to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C) throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Dowdy, in December, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dowdy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.8 days and collects up to 38.66" (982mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. In Dowdy, in December, during 0.9 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dowdy, there are 5.7 snowfall days, and 3.94" (100mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Dowdy is 5.3h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into 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. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Dowdy?

During December, Dowdy experiences an average high-temperature of 49.1°F (9.5°C) and a low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dowdy?

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

How much does it rain in Dowdy in December?

In Dowdy, in December, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Dowdy in December?

In Dowdy, Arkansas, during December, snow falls for 0.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dowdy?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Dowdy?

The average day length in December in Dowdy is 9h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Dowdy?

On the first day of December in Dowdy, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dowdy have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Dowdy, Arkansas, is 5.3h.

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

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Dowdy, Arkansas, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Dowdy?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Dowdy, Arkansas, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dowdy, AR

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32°F).

Average pressure in December
Dowdy, AR

Average pressure in December - Dowdy, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dowdy, AR

Average wind speed in December - Dowdy, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Dowdy, AR

Average humidity in December - Dowdy, 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 (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Dowdy, AR

Average rainfall in December - Dowdy, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

Average rainfall days in December
Dowdy, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Dowdy, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dowdy, AR

Average snowfall in December - Dowdy, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dowdy, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Dowdy, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dowdy, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Dowdy, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Dowdy, AR

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Dowdy, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Dowdy, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Dowdy, AR

Average visibility in December - Dowdy, 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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