December weather forecast
Hickory Plains, AR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Hickory Plains, Arkansas, with an average temperature varying between 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Temperature

In Hickory Plains, the average high-temperature in December decreases from a moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C) in November to a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C). During December nights, Hickory Plains records an average temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Hickory Plains, Arkansas, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 137.9 rainfall days, and 24.57" (624mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Hickory Plains, there are 3.2 snowfall days, and 0.87" (22mm) 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 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

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 of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During December, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C) and a low-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), 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 Hickory Plains, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Hickory Plains, in December, during 9.2 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hickory Plains have in December?

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

What are the months with 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Hickory Plains, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hickory Plains, AR

Average temperature in December - Hickory Plains, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Hickory Plains, AR

Average pressure in December - Hickory Plains, 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
Hickory Plains, AR

Average wind speed in December - Hickory Plains, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Hickory Plains, AR

Average humidity in December - Hickory Plains, 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
Hickory Plains, AR

Average rainfall in December - Hickory Plains, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Hickory Plains, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Hickory Plains, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hickory Plains, AR

Average snowfall in December - Hickory Plains, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hickory Plains, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Hickory Plains, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.2 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
Hickory Plains, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hickory Plains, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hickory Plains, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Hickory Plains, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and October (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Hickory Plains, AR

Average UV index in December - Hickory Plains, AR
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Hickory Plains, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Hickory Plains, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Hickory Plains, AR

Average visibility in December - Hickory Plains, 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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