December weather forecast
Story, AR

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Story, is still a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 36°F (2.2°C) and 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in average high-temperatures is noted in December, moving from a mild 59.2°F (15.1°C) in November to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). During the month of December, Story experiences a steady low-temperature average of 36°F (2.2°C).

Humidity

In Story, Arkansas, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Story, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160.2 rainfall days, and 38.86" (987mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 0.9 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is accumulated. In Story, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.8 days and aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

In December, in Story, the average high-temperature is 50.9°F (10.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 36°F (2.2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Story, during December, snow falls for 0.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) 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 December, the average day length is 9h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Story have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Story, AR

Average temperature in December - Story, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Story, AR

Average pressure in December - Story, 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
Story, AR

Average wind speed in December - Story, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Story, AR

Average humidity in December - Story, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August, September and October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Story, AR

Average rainfall in December - Story, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.32").

Average rainfall days in December
Story, AR

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Story, AR

Average snowfall in December - Story, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Story, AR

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 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
Story, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Story, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Story, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Story, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Story, AR

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Story, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Story, 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, July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Story, AR

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

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

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