December weather forecast
Texarkana, AR

Concluding the year, December presents a mixture of cold and mild winter weather in Texarkana. A further dip in temperatures between 34°F (1.1°C) and 55°F (12.8°C) points toward the arrival of a more significant chill in the air. Unsurprisingly, the city receives the same quantity of rainfall as in January, setting a cyclical pattern with 3.6in of rain. The reduced daylight hours and scarce sunshine add to the winter essence. Regardless of the cold, the weather in December transforms the city into a winter wonderland, perfectly capping off another year in Texarkana.

Temperature

With December's arrival, Texarkana sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a comfortable 66.2°F (19°C) in November to a moderate 55.4°F (13°C). Contrary to the day's heat, an average low-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C) is recorded during the nights in December.

Rainfall

In Texarkana, in December, during 9 rainfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 97 rainfall days, and 45.39" (1153mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 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 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during December leads to these instructions:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.