December weather forecast
Newport, AR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Newport, Arkansas, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.5°F (2.5°C) and max 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Temperature

Newport's average high-temperature decreases in December, falling from a moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C) in November to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C). In December, Newport experiences a temperature dip to an average of 36.5°F (2.5°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, in Newport, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 121.2 rainfall days, and 15.59" (396mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Newport in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 49.1°F (9.5°C) and a low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Newport?

In Newport, during December, the rain falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 0.5 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Newport?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Newport have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Newport have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Newport, AR

Average temperature in December - Newport, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Newport, AR

Average pressure in December - Newport, 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
Newport, AR

Average wind speed in December - Newport, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Newport, AR

Average humidity in December - Newport, 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 (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Newport, AR

Average rainfall in December - Newport, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Newport, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Newport, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Newport, AR

Average snowfall in December - Newport, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Newport, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Newport, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 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
Newport, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Newport, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Newport, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Newport, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Newport, AR

Average UV index in December - Newport, AR
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Newport, AR

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Newport, AR

Average visibility in December - Newport, 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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