December weather forecast
Springdale, AR

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Weather in December

In December, winter takes hold in Springdale, with temperatures dropping to 31.8°F (-0.1°C) in the evenings. The snowfall, reaching 0.91" (23mm), signals the arrival of winter. Despite having the shortest daylight hours of the year, December still brings 5.5 hours of sunshine. With the trees shed of their leaves and the cityscapes often dusted in light snow, it's a picturesque winter scene. The chilly weather, combined with the city's Christmas festivities, indeed turns Springdale into a winter wonderland.

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature decreases from a mild 56.3°F (13.5°C) in November to a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C). During the month of December, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Springdale, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Springdale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.1 days and collects up to 34.09" (866mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 3 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated. In Springdale, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.6 days and aggregates up to 6.22" (158mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Springdale in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Springdale, is 46.8°F (8.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°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 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Springdale, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 45min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Springdale?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

What are the months 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Springdale, AR

Average temperature in December - Springdale, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.8°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: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Springdale, AR

Average pressure in December - Springdale, 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
Springdale, AR

Average wind speed in December - Springdale, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Springdale, AR

Average humidity in December - Springdale, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Springdale, AR

Average rainfall in December - Springdale, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Springdale, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Springdale, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Springdale, AR

Average snowfall in December - Springdale, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Springdale, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Springdale, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Springdale, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Springdale, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Springdale, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Springdale, AR

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Springdale, AR

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Springdale, AR

Average visibility in December - Springdale, 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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