December weather forecast
Scotland, AR

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Scotland, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and an average low of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving subtly from a refreshing 56.5°F (13.6°C) in November to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C). The average temperature drops to a wintry 33.4°F (0.8°C) during the night in the month of December.

Humidity

In Scotland, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Scotland, Arkansas, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Scotland, there are 163.1 rainfall days, and 37.68" (957mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Scotland. In December, it is snowing for 0.9 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 6.2 snowfall days, and 3.43" (87mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:07 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 in Scotland. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), 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 Scotland, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Scotland, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Scotland, in December, during 0.9 snowfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Scotland have in December?

In Scotland, the average day length in December is 9h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Scotland have in December?

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

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Scotland, 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 (45.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

Average pressure in December
Scotland, AR

Average pressure in December - Scotland, 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
Scotland, AR

Average wind speed in December - Scotland, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Scotland, AR

Average humidity in December - Scotland, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Scotland, AR

Average rainfall in December - Scotland, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Scotland, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Scotland, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Scotland, AR

Average snowfall in December - Scotland, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Scotland, AR

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 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
Scotland, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Scotland, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Scotland, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Scotland, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Scotland, AR

Average UV index in December - Scotland, 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
Scotland, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Scotland, 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, August and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Scotland, AR

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

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

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