December weather forecast
Horseshoe Bend, AR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas, with an average temperature ranging between max 47.5°F (8.6°C) and min 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

Horseshoe Bend's transition into December involves a shift in temperature, receding from a refreshing 56.7°F (13.7°C) in November to a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 34°F (1.1°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Horseshoe Bend, during December, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.8 rainfall days, and 34.17" (868mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Horseshoe Bend, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Horseshoe Bend, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.5 days and aggregates up to 5.08" (129mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Horseshoe Bend are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Horseshoe Bend?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Horseshoe Bend, is 47.5°F (8.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 34°F (1.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Horseshoe Bend, during December, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Horseshoe Bend?

In Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas, 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 Horseshoe Bend?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Horseshoe Bend are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Horseshoe Bend, 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
Horseshoe Bend, AR

Average pressure in December - Horseshoe Bend, 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
Horseshoe Bend, AR

Average wind speed in December - Horseshoe Bend, 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
Horseshoe Bend, AR

Average humidity in December - Horseshoe Bend, 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
Horseshoe Bend, AR

Average rainfall in December - Horseshoe Bend, 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
Horseshoe Bend, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Horseshoe Bend, 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
Horseshoe Bend, AR

Average snowfall in December - Horseshoe Bend, 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
Horseshoe Bend, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Horseshoe Bend, 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
Horseshoe Bend, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Horseshoe Bend, 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
Horseshoe Bend, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Horseshoe Bend, 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
Horseshoe Bend, AR

Average UV index in December - Horseshoe Bend, 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
Horseshoe Bend, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Horseshoe Bend, 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
Horseshoe Bend, AR

Average visibility in December - Horseshoe Bend, 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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