December weather forecast
El Dorado, AR

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Weather in December

December marks the return of winter in El Dorado, closing out the year with shorter days and cooler temperatures. The city witnesses a marginal increase in snowfall to about 0.04" (1mm), just enough to instil a holiday spirit. The overall climate takes a turn for the colder, setting the stage for the holiday season festivities. Amidst the twinkling lights and mistletoe, the weather provides the perfect setting for a fairytale Christmas season. As the year ends, the city prepares itself for the recurring cycle of seasons in the year to come.

Temperature

The move into December indicates a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's refreshing 63°F (17.2°C) to a cool 54.7°F (12.6°C). El Dorado reports an average low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in El Dorado are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In El Dorado, Arkansas, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145.9 rainfall days, and 32.2" (818mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In El Dorado, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.3 days and aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

In El Dorado, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index in El Dorado. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in El Dorado?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in El Dorado, Arkansas, are 54.7°F (12.6°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is evaluated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month in El Dorado?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months in El Dorado.

What is the average humidity in December in El Dorado?

In El Dorado, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in El Dorado in December?

In El Dorado, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in El Dorado?

December is the first month it typically snows in El Dorado. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in El Dorado?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in El Dorado?

In El Dorado, Arkansas, the average day length in December is 10h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in El Dorado?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, in El Dorado, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in El Dorado?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in El Dorado?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in El Dorado?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
El Dorado, AR

Average temperature in December - El Dorado, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.9°F).

Average pressure in December
El Dorado, AR

Average pressure in December - El Dorado, AR
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"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
El Dorado, AR

Average wind speed in December - El Dorado, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
El Dorado, AR

Average humidity in December - El Dorado, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August, September and October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
El Dorado, AR

Average rainfall in December - El Dorado, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
El Dorado, AR

Average rainfall days in December - El Dorado, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
El Dorado, AR

Average snowfall in December - El Dorado, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
El Dorado, AR

Average snowfall days in December - El Dorado, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 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
El Dorado, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - El Dorado, AR
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
El Dorado, AR

Average sunshine days in December - El Dorado, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.6 days).

Average UV index in December
El Dorado, AR

Average UV index in December - El Dorado, AR
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
El Dorado, AR

Average cloud cover in December - El Dorado, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
El Dorado, AR

Average visibility in December - El Dorado, AR
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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