December weather forecast
Magnolia, AR

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Weather in December

December in Magnolia, Arkansas is marked by cold weather and occasional snowfall, bringing back memories of the year's beginning. The temperature drops to a monthly average low of 40.1°F (4.5°C), making it one of the coldest months along with January. While the daylight diminishes to 10 hours, the town lights up with holiday decorations and festivities. The weather provides a perfect backdrop for a quintessential Southern winter. Despite the chill, Magnolia embraces the season with warmth, offering a pleasant end to the year.

Temperature

December signifies a minor drop in average high-temperature, transitioning from a refreshing 62.8°F (17.1°C) in November to a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C). In the month of December, Magnolia experiences an average low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Magnolia, in December, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Magnolia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.2 days and collects up to 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Magnolia, Arkansas. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Magnolia, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.8 days and aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, in Magnolia, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Magnolia, is 54.5°F (12.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is computed to be 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity in Magnolia are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Magnolia, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Magnolia, in December, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Magnolia, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Magnolia are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Magnolia, AR

Average temperature in December - Magnolia, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.5°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Magnolia, AR

Average pressure in December - Magnolia, AR
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Magnolia, AR

Average wind speed in December - Magnolia, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Magnolia, AR

Average humidity in December - Magnolia, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Magnolia, AR

Average rainfall in December - Magnolia, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Magnolia, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Magnolia, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Magnolia, AR

Average snowfall in December - Magnolia, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Magnolia, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Magnolia, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is 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
Magnolia, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Magnolia, AR
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Magnolia, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Magnolia, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Magnolia, AR

Average UV index in December - Magnolia, AR
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Magnolia, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Magnolia, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Magnolia, AR

Average visibility in December - Magnolia, AR
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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