December weather forecast
Russellville, AR

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Weather in December

December hosts the official arrival of winter in Russellville, Arkansas. A crisp chill pervades the atmosphere as temperatures make their steepest drop of the year. Days get shorter, sunlight becomes a rarer commodity and the first tracings of snowfall may just appear amidst sporadic rain showers. A key change in wind activity is noticeable, marking the final transition from milder months. The thermometer barely nudges beyond 49.6°F (9.8°C), while nighttime lows sit around 35.1°F (1.7°C), providing a true glimpse of winter’s grip.

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Russellville sees a drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C) to a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C). An average minimum temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C) is recorded in Russellville during the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Russellville, Arkansas, is 78%.

Rainfall

In Russellville, in December, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Russellville, there are 155.6 rainfall days, and 37.01" (940mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Russellville. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Russellville, Arkansas, there are 4.5 snowfall days, and 2.44" (62mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Russellville.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Russellville in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Russellville, is 49.6°F (9.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 35.1°F (1.7°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Russellville?

In Russellville, Arkansas, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in Russellville in December?

In December, in Russellville, Arkansas, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Russellville?

December is the first month it typically snows in Russellville, Arkansas. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Russellville?

The month with the shortest days in Russellville, Arkansas, is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Russellville have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Russellville?

On the first day of December in Russellville, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Russellville?

In Russellville, Arkansas, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Russellville?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Russellville?

In Russellville, Arkansas, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Russellville, AR

Average temperature in December - Russellville, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Russellville, AR

Average pressure in December - Russellville, 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
Russellville, AR

Average wind speed in December - Russellville, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Russellville, AR

Average humidity in December - Russellville, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Russellville, AR

Average rainfall in December - Russellville, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.84").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Russellville, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Russellville, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Russellville, AR

Average snowfall in December - Russellville, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Russellville, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Russellville, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 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, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Russellville, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Russellville, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Russellville, AR

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Russellville, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Russellville, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Russellville, AR

Average visibility in December - Russellville, AR
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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