December weather forecast
Jacksonville, AR

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Jacksonville, is still a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 51.1°F (10.6°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

December reveals a small adjustment in temperature, transitioning from an average high of a moderate 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C). Throughout December, Jacksonville encounters an average temperature drop to a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout December, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Jacksonville, 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 Jacksonville, Arkansas, during December, snow falls for 0.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 5.8 snowfall days, and 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, in Jacksonville, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

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 threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature, in December, in Jacksonville, records 51.1°F (10.6°C), while the low-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

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

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, in Jacksonville, it is snowing for 0.5 days. Throughout December, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Jacksonville, Arkansas, the average day length in December is 9h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Jacksonville, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Jacksonville, AR

Average temperature in December - Jacksonville, 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
Jacksonville, AR

Average pressure in December - Jacksonville, 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
Jacksonville, AR

Average wind speed in December - Jacksonville, 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
Jacksonville, AR

Average humidity in December - Jacksonville, 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
Jacksonville, AR

Average rainfall in December - Jacksonville, 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
Jacksonville, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Jacksonville, 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
Jacksonville, AR

Average snowfall in December - Jacksonville, 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
Jacksonville, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Jacksonville, 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
Jacksonville, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Jacksonville, 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
Jacksonville, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Jacksonville, 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
Jacksonville, AR

Average UV index in December - Jacksonville, 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
Jacksonville, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Jacksonville, 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
Jacksonville, AR

Average visibility in December - Jacksonville, 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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