December weather forecast
Fordyce, AR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Fordyce, Arkansas, with an average temperature varying between 39°F (3.9°C) and 54°F (12.2°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C) in November to a cool 54°F (12.2°C). The average nighttime temperature in Fordyce lowers to a cold 39°F (3.9°C) throughout December.

Humidity

March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Fordyce, in December, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.6 rainfall days, and 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Fordyce. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.7 snowfall days, and 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Fordyce, is 54°F (12.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 39°F (3.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Fordyce, the average day length in December is 9h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fordyce have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Fordyce?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Fordyce, AR

Average temperature in December - Fordyce, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 54°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39°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 (35.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Fordyce, AR

Average pressure in December - Fordyce, 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
Fordyce, AR

Average wind speed in December - Fordyce, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Fordyce, AR

Average humidity in December - Fordyce, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Fordyce, AR

Average rainfall in December - Fordyce, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Fordyce, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Fordyce, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fordyce, AR

Average snowfall in December - Fordyce, 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
Fordyce, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Fordyce, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 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
Fordyce, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fordyce, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fordyce, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Fordyce, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Fordyce, AR

Average UV index in December - Fordyce, 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
Fordyce, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Fordyce, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Fordyce, AR

Average visibility in December - Fordyce, AR
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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