December weather forecast
Franklin, AR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Franklin, Arkansas, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34°F (1.1°C) and an average high of 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a mild 56.7°F (13.7°C) in November to a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C). During the month of December, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 34°F (1.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Franklin, Arkansas, in December, during 9.3 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149.8 rainfall days, and 34.17" (868mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Franklin are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 9.5 snowfall days, and 5.08" (129mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Franklin.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of December, in Franklin, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Franklin is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Franklin?

The high-temperature, in December, in Franklin, is 47.5°F (8.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 34°F (1.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Franklin?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in Franklin in December?

In Franklin, in December, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Franklin?

In Franklin, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Franklin?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Franklin, Arkansas.

What is the average length of the day in December in Franklin?

In Franklin, the average day length in December is 9h and 45min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Franklin?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Franklin, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Franklin?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Franklin is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Franklin?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Franklin?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Franklin is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Franklin, AR

Average temperature in December - Franklin, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Franklin, AR

Average pressure in December - Franklin, 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
Franklin, AR

Average wind speed in December - Franklin, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Franklin, AR

Average humidity in December - Franklin, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Franklin, AR

Average rainfall in December - Franklin, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Franklin, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Franklin, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Franklin, AR

Average snowfall in December - Franklin, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Franklin, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Franklin, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Franklin, AR
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Franklin, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Franklin, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Franklin, AR

Average UV index in December - Franklin, 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
Franklin, AR

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Franklin, AR

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

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

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