December weather forecast
Kearney, AR

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kearney, is still a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's refreshing 60.6°F (15.9°C) to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C). Kearney's temperature drops to an average low of 38.3°F (3.5°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Kearney, in December, during 11.6 rainfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kearney, 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. In Kearney, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.8 days and aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

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 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:09 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 value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Kearney in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Kearney?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

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?

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

How many hours of daylight does Kearney have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

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 7:15 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kearney 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.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Kearney?

In Kearney, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Kearney, AR

Average temperature in December - Kearney, 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
Kearney, AR

Average pressure in December - Kearney, 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
Kearney, AR

Average wind speed in December - Kearney, 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
Kearney, AR

Average humidity in December - Kearney, 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
Kearney, AR

Average rainfall in December - Kearney, 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
Kearney, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Kearney, 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
Kearney, AR

Average snowfall in December - Kearney, 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
Kearney, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Kearney, 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
Kearney, AR

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

Average sunshine days in December - Kearney, 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
Kearney, AR

Average UV index in December - Kearney, 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
Kearney, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Kearney, 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
Kearney, AR

Average visibility in December - Kearney, 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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