December weather forecast
Jefferson, AR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Jefferson, Arkansas, with temperature in the range of an average high of 52.3°F (11.3°C) and an average low of 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in average high-temperatures is noted in December, moving from a moderate 60.6°F (15.9°C) in November to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C). December nights observe an average temperature dip to an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Jefferson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.2 days and collects up to 35.59" (904mm) 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 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.8 snowfall days, and 1.38" (35mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Jefferson 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 value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during December leads to these instructions:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C) and a low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Jefferson is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Jefferson, during December, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Jefferson have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Jefferson have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Jefferson, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Jefferson, AR

Average temperature in December - Jefferson, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Jefferson, AR

Average pressure in December - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, AR

Average wind speed in December - Jefferson, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Jefferson, AR

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Jefferson, AR

Average rainfall in December - Jefferson, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Jefferson, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Jefferson, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Jefferson, AR

Average snowfall in December - Jefferson, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Jefferson, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Jefferson, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.3 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
Jefferson, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Jefferson, AR
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Jefferson, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Jefferson, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Jefferson, AR

Average UV index in December - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Jefferson, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Jefferson, AR

Average visibility in December - Jefferson, 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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