December weather forecast
Dryden, AR

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dryden, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 48.9°F (9.4°C) and an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving subtly from a refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C) in November to a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C). Dryden experiences a steady low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Dryden, in December, during 7.1 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 112.1 rainfall days, and 10.98" (279mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Dryden, during December, snow falls for 0.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Dryden, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.8 days and aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

During December, Dryden experiences an average high-temperature of 48.9°F (9.4°C) and a low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Dryden, in December, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Dryden, during December, snow falls for 0.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, 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 is 9h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Dryden, AR

Average temperature in December - Dryden, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Dryden, AR

Average pressure in December - Dryden, 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
Dryden, AR

Average wind speed in December - Dryden, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Dryden, AR

Average humidity in December - Dryden, 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 (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Dryden, AR

Average rainfall in December - Dryden, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Dryden, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Dryden, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dryden, AR

Average snowfall in December - Dryden, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dryden, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Dryden, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.3 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
Dryden, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dryden, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dryden, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Dryden, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Dryden, AR

Average UV index in December - Dryden, 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
Dryden, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Dryden, 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 24).

Average visibility in December
Dryden, AR

Average visibility in December - Dryden, 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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