December weather forecast
Princeton, AR

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Princeton, is still a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39°F (3.9°C) and 54°F (12.2°C).

Temperature

A subtle shift in Princeton's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C) to a fresh 54°F (12.2°C). Princeton's nighttime temperature in December falls to an average of 39°F (3.9°C).

Humidity

March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months in Princeton.

Rainfall

In Princeton, in December, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Princeton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.9 days and collects up to 29.17" (741mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.7 snowfall days, and 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In Princeton, in December, the average high-temperature is 54°F (12.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 39°F (3.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is evaluated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What are the most humid months in Princeton?

March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Princeton, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Princeton, Arkansas, the average day length in December is 9h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Princeton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Princeton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Princeton, AR

Average temperature in December - Princeton, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 54°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Princeton, AR

Average pressure in December - Princeton, 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
Princeton, AR

Average wind speed in December - Princeton, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Princeton, AR

Average humidity in December - Princeton, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Princeton, AR

Average rainfall in December - Princeton, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Princeton, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Princeton, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Princeton, AR

Average snowfall in December - Princeton, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Princeton, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Princeton, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 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
Princeton, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Princeton, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Princeton, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Princeton, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Princeton, AR

Average UV index in December - Princeton, 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
Princeton, AR

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Princeton, AR

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

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

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