December weather forecast
Gravel Ridge, AR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Gravel Ridge, Arkansas, with an average temperature ranging between min 37.9°F (3.3°C) and max 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Temperature

Gravel Ridge's progression into December involves a minor drop in the average high-temperature, slightly receding from a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C). Gravel Ridge's temperature in December lowers to a consistent average of 37.9°F (3.3°C) during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gravel Ridge, in December, during 11.7 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gravel Ridge, Arkansas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.5 days and collects up to 38.66" (982mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Gravel Ridge, during December, snow falls for 0.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Gravel Ridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.8 days and aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Gravel Ridge, the average sunshine in December is 5.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Gravel Ridge, is 51.1°F (10.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout December, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Gravel Ridge, in December, during 0.5 snowfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Gravel Ridge.

How many hours of daylight does Gravel Ridge have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Gravel Ridge?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Gravel Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gravel Ridge, AR

Average temperature in December - Gravel Ridge, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.9°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 (33.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Gravel Ridge, AR

Average pressure in December - Gravel Ridge, 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
Gravel Ridge, AR

Average wind speed in December - Gravel Ridge, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Gravel Ridge, AR

Average humidity in December - Gravel Ridge, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Gravel Ridge, AR

Average rainfall in December - Gravel Ridge, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Gravel Ridge, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Gravel Ridge, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gravel Ridge, AR

Average snowfall in December - Gravel Ridge, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gravel Ridge, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Gravel Ridge, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Gravel Ridge, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gravel Ridge, 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 54min).

  • 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gravel Ridge, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Gravel Ridge, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Gravel Ridge, AR

Average UV index in December - Gravel Ridge, 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
Gravel Ridge, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Gravel Ridge, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Gravel Ridge, AR

Average visibility in December - Gravel Ridge, 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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