December weather forecast
Ethel, AR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Ethel, Arkansas, with temperature in the range of an average high of 52.5°F (11.4°C) and an average low of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December includes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, lightly dropping from a comfortable 60.8°F (16°C) to a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C). During December, the average low-temperature is an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ethel, during December, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ethel, there are 163.1 rainfall days, and 42.13" (1070mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 0.7 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated. In Ethel, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.1 days and aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ethel are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during December translates into these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ethel in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 52.5°F (11.4°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In Ethel, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout December, 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 0.7 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ethel have in December?

In Ethel, the average day length in December is 9h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ethel have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Ethel, Arkansas, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Ethel, AR

Average temperature in December - Ethel, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

Average pressure in December
Ethel, AR

Average pressure in December - Ethel, 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
Ethel, AR

Average wind speed in December - Ethel, 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 (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Ethel, AR

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Ethel, AR

Average rainfall in December - Ethel, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Ethel, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Ethel, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ethel, AR

Average snowfall in December - Ethel, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ethel, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Ethel, 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 April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ethel, 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: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ethel, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Ethel, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Ethel, AR

Average UV index in December - Ethel, 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 and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Ethel, AR

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Ethel, AR

Average visibility in December - Ethel, 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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