December weather forecast
Forrest City, AR

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Weather in December

December in Forrest City, Arkansas, becomes a winter wonderland as the year concludes. As the city gets decked up for the holiday season, the temperature drops considerably. The chill in the air is undeniable and a stark contrast from the earlier months. The striking change from the previous month is the average low temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C), compared to November's 44.6°F (7°C), signifying December is indeed the coldest month of the year. As people cozy up indoors, outside the snow begins to fall more frequently, averaging 0.12" (3mm) for the month.

Temperature

The commencement of December in Forrest City includes a gentle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping a bit from a refreshing 59.5°F (15.3°C) in November to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). December nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Forrest City, Arkansas, there are 127.8 rainfall days, and 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall in Forrest City, Arkansas. In Forrest City, in December, snow falls for 0.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Forrest City, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.3 days and aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Forrest City, Arkansas, is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, in Forrest City, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Forrest City, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Forrest City in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 50.9°F (10.5°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Forrest City?

The average relative humidity in December in Forrest City, Arkansas, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Forrest City?

In Forrest City, Arkansas, in December, during 8.7 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Forrest City in December?

In Forrest City, Arkansas, in December, during 0.5 snowfall days, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Forrest City?

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 in Forrest City?

In Forrest City, Arkansas, the average day length in December is 9h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Forrest City?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Forrest City, Arkansas, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Forrest City have in December?

In Forrest City, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Forrest City?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Forrest City?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Forrest City is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Forrest City, AR

Average temperature in December - Forrest City, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.9°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 (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Forrest City, AR

Average pressure in December - Forrest City, 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
Forrest City, AR

Average wind speed in December - Forrest City, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Forrest City, AR

Average humidity in December - Forrest City, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Forrest City, AR

Average rainfall in December - Forrest City, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Forrest City, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Forrest City, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May, July and August (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Forrest City, AR

Average snowfall in December - Forrest City, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Forrest City, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Forrest City, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Forrest City, AR

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Forrest City, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Forrest City, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Forrest City, AR

Average UV index in December - Forrest City, 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
Forrest City, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Forrest City, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Forrest City, AR

Average visibility in December - Forrest City, 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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