December weather forecast
Preston Ferry, AR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Preston Ferry, Arkansas, with temperature in the range of an average low of 39.4°F (4.1°C) and an average high of 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Temperature

December witnesses a gentle descent in average high-temperature, descending from November's mild 59.9°F (15.5°C) to a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C). Throughout the nights in December, Preston Ferry experiences an average low-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout December, 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 162.4 rainfall days, and 40.67" (1033mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall. In Preston Ferry, in December, during 0.6 snowfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 5 snowfall days, and 2.32" (59mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Preston Ferry, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during December leads to these instructions:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In Preston Ferry, in December, the average high-temperature is 51.6°F (10.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 39.4°F (4.1°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 appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Preston Ferry, in December, during 12.1 rainfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 0.6 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Preston Ferry have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Preston Ferry have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Preston Ferry?

In Preston Ferry, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Preston Ferry, AR

Average temperature in December - Preston Ferry, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.6°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 (48.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Preston Ferry, AR

Average pressure in December - Preston Ferry, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Preston Ferry, AR

Average wind speed in December - Preston Ferry, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Preston Ferry, AR

Average humidity in December - Preston Ferry, 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 (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Preston Ferry, AR

Average rainfall in December - Preston Ferry, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.78"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Preston Ferry, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Preston Ferry, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Preston Ferry, AR

Average snowfall in December - Preston Ferry, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Preston Ferry, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Preston Ferry, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

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

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Preston Ferry, AR

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • 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: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Preston Ferry, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Preston Ferry, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Preston Ferry, AR

Average UV index in December - Preston Ferry, AR
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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

Average cloud cover in December
Preston Ferry, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Preston Ferry, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

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

Average visibility in December
Preston Ferry, AR

Average visibility in December - Preston Ferry, 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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