December weather forecast
Sulphur Springs, AR

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sulphur Springs, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 32°F (0°C) and max 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

December shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from November's refreshing 57°F (13.9°C) to a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C). An average low-temperature of 32°F (0°C) is observed during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Sulphur Springs is 74%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sulphur Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.7 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Sulphur Springs, during December, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.9 snowfall days, and 4.8" (122mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Sulphur Springs.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.4h 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 radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In Sulphur Springs, 46.6°F (8.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 32°F (0°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Sulphur Springs, in December, during 8.7 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Sulphur Springs, in December, during 2.6 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Sulphur Springs, Arkansas, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Sulphur Springs, the average day length in December is 9h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Sulphur Springs have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Sulphur Springs?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Sulphur Springs is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sulphur Springs, AR

Average temperature in December - Sulphur Springs, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Sulphur Springs, AR

Average pressure in December - Sulphur Springs, AR
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sulphur Springs, AR

Average wind speed in December - Sulphur Springs, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Sulphur Springs, AR

Average humidity in December - Sulphur Springs, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Sulphur Springs, AR

Average rainfall in December - Sulphur Springs, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Sulphur Springs, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Sulphur Springs, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sulphur Springs, AR

Average snowfall in December - Sulphur Springs, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Sulphur Springs, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Sulphur Springs, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sulphur Springs, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sulphur Springs, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sulphur Springs, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Sulphur Springs, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and April (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Sulphur Springs, AR

Average UV index in December - Sulphur Springs, AR
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Sulphur Springs, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Sulphur Springs, 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 24).

Average visibility in December
Sulphur Springs, AR

Average visibility in December - Sulphur Springs, 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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