December weather forecast
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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Oxford, Arkansas, with an average temperature varying between 47.5°F (8.6°C) and 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

Oxford's December weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's mild 56.7°F (13.7°C) to a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C). Oxford's nighttime temperature in December drops to an average of 34°F (1.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Oxford, in December, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.8 rainfall days, and 34.17" (868mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Oxford, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Oxford, Arkansas, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.5 days and aggregates up to 5.08" (129mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Oxford are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

In Oxford, 47.5°F (8.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 34°F (1.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°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 9.3 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Oxford have in December?

In December, the average day length in Oxford is 9h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Oxford have in December?

In Oxford, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in December
Oxford, AR

Average temperature in December - Oxford, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Oxford, AR

Average pressure in December - Oxford, 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
Oxford, AR

Average wind speed in December - Oxford, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Oxford, AR

Average humidity in December - Oxford, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Oxford, AR

Average rainfall in December - Oxford, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Oxford, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Oxford, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oxford, AR

Average snowfall in December - Oxford, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Oxford, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Oxford, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Oxford, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oxford, AR
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • 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 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oxford, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Oxford, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Oxford, AR

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Oxford, AR

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Oxford, AR

Average visibility in December - Oxford, AR
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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