December weather forecast
Paragould, AR

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Weather in December

December brings the winter season in its full glory to Paragould. The month is substantially colder than November and is the onset of the region’s winter season. Street decorations illuminate the early winter nights and resonate with the holiday spirit. While the cold weather lasts into the New Year, December's winter wonderland charm is undeniable. December revels in frosty weather, with temperatures hitting a low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) from 42.8°F (6°C) in November.

Temperature

In Paragould, the average high-temperature in December gently drops from a mild 57°F (13.9°C) in November to a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C). Paragould's average low-temperature in the month of December is recorded at an icy 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Paragould is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.6 rainfall days, and 20.35" (517mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Paragould, Arkansas, are January through March, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 6 snowfall days, and 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Paragould.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, in Paragould, Arkansas, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Paragould, Arkansas, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Paragould in December?

December temperatures in Paragould, Arkansas, vary between a high-temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C) and a low-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Paragould?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in Paragould in December?

In Paragould, Arkansas, in December, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Paragould?

In Paragould, Arkansas, during December, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Paragould?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Paragould?

In December, the average day length in Paragould is 9h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Paragould?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Paragould, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Paragould have in December?

In Paragould, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Paragould?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Paragould?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Paragould, Arkansas, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Paragould, AR

Average temperature in December - Paragould, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.3°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 (31.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Paragould, AR

Average pressure in December - Paragould, 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
Paragould, AR

Average wind speed in December - Paragould, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Paragould, AR

Average humidity in December - Paragould, 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
Paragould, AR

Average rainfall in December - Paragould, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Paragould, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Paragould, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Paragould, AR

Average snowfall in December - Paragould, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Paragould, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Paragould, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Paragould, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Paragould, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Paragould, AR

Average UV index in December - Paragould, 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
Paragould, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Paragould, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Paragould, AR

Average visibility in December - Paragould, 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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