December weather forecast
Pocahontas, AR

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Weather in December

December embraces Pocahontas, Arkansas with a typical winter chill, welcoming the festive season with open arms. The city gets lightly dusted with snow, recording an average snowfall of 0.67" (17mm) over approximately one day. This month is characterized by cold winds, short days, and a peaceful tranquility that prepares the city for the turn of the year. December, with its crisp weather and festive ambiance, wraps up the year on a wonderfully tranquil note.

Temperature

With December's arrival, Pocahontas sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a moderate 57°F (13.9°C) in November to a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C). Pocahontas experiences an average temperature drop to an icy 35.8°F (2.1°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Pocahontas is 76%.

Rainfall

In Pocahontas, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Pocahontas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.8 days and collects up to 37.52" (953mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. In Pocahontas, in December, snow falls for 0.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.67" (17mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6.7 snowfall days, and 4.33" (110mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Pocahontas, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index 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 radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Pocahontas, is 47.8°F (8.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 35.8°F (2.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Pocahontas, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Pocahontas, in December, snow falls for 0.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Pocahontas have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Pocahontas, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Pocahontas, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pocahontas, AR

Average temperature in December - Pocahontas, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.8°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 (44.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Pocahontas, AR

Average pressure in December - Pocahontas, 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
Pocahontas, AR

Average wind speed in December - Pocahontas, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Pocahontas, AR

Average humidity in December - Pocahontas, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Pocahontas, AR

Average rainfall in December - Pocahontas, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Pocahontas, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Pocahontas, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pocahontas, AR

Average snowfall in December - Pocahontas, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pocahontas, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Pocahontas, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.1 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
Pocahontas, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pocahontas, 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 1min

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
Pocahontas, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Pocahontas, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Pocahontas, AR

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Pocahontas, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Pocahontas, 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
Pocahontas, AR

Average visibility in December - Pocahontas, 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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