December weather forecast
Summit, AR

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Summit, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

Onset of December comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a refreshing 56.5°F (13.6°C) in November to a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C). In Summit, an average temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) is noted during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Summit, during December, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. In Summit, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.3 days and collects up to 32.48" (825mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Summit, Arkansas, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.3 snowfall days, and 5.12" (130mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Summit, the average sunshine in December is 5.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The high-temperature, in December, in Summit, records 47.3°F (8.5°C), while the low-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Summit, in December, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Summit, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Summit is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Summit have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Summit have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Summit?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Summit, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Summit, AR

Average pressure in December - Summit, 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
Summit, AR

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Summit, AR

Average humidity in December - Summit, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

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

Average rainfall in December
Summit, AR

Average rainfall in December - Summit, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Summit, AR

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Summit, AR

Average snowfall in December - Summit, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Summit, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Summit, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Summit, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Summit, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Summit, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and August (13.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Summit, AR

Average UV index in December - Summit, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Summit, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Summit, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Summit, AR

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

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

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