December weather forecast
Hector, AR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Hector, Arkansas, with an average temperature varying between 49.5°F (9.7°C) and 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

In Hector, entering December brings a subtle temperature decrement, reducing from November's refreshing 58.3°F (14.6°C) to a chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C). Throughout the month of December, the average temperature dips to a wintry 35.1°F (1.7°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Hector, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hector, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.2 days and collects up to 34.21" (869mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Hector, there are 4.5 snowfall days, and 2.2" (56mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 49.5°F (9.7°C) and 35.1°F (1.7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Hector, during December, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Hector have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index in Hector is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hector, AR

Average temperature in December - Hector, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Hector, AR

Average pressure in December - Hector, 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
Hector, AR

Average wind speed in December - Hector, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Hector, AR

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Hector, AR

Average rainfall in December - Hector, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Hector, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Hector, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hector, AR

Average snowfall in December - Hector, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Hector, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Hector, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 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
Hector, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hector, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hector, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Hector, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Hector, AR

Average UV index in December - Hector, 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
Hector, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Hector, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Hector, AR

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

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

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