December weather forecast
Springfield, AR

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Springfield, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 49.6°F (9.8°C) and 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C) in November to a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C). During December, Springfield records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Springfield, Arkansas, in December, during 8 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Springfield, Arkansas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118 days and collects up to 13.58" (345mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Springfield, in December, during 0.4 snowfall days, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 3.9 snowfall days, and 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

Springfield in December has an average high-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Springfield?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Springfield, during December, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Springfield, in December, during 0.4 snowfall days, 0.08" (2mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Springfield?

On the first day of December in Springfield, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Springfield have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

When is 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 in Springfield is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Springfield, AR

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Springfield, AR

Average pressure in December - Springfield, 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
Springfield, AR

Average wind speed in December - Springfield, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Springfield, AR

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Springfield, AR

Average rainfall in December - Springfield, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Springfield, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Springfield, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Springfield, AR

Average snowfall in December - Springfield, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Springfield, AR

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.5 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
Springfield, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Springfield, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Springfield, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Springfield, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14 days).

Average UV index in December
Springfield, AR

Average UV index in December - Springfield, 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
Springfield, AR

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Springfield, AR

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

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

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