Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
December is characterized by a slight reduction in average high-temperature, easing from a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C) in November to a fresh 51.8°F (11°C). In West Helena, the average low-temperature during the month of December is a cold 39.4°F (4.1°C).Humidity
March and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in West Helena.Rainfall
In West Helena, during December, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. In West Helena, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123 days and collects up to 16.02" (407mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January, February and December are months with snowfall in West Helena, Arkansas. December is the first month it typically snows in West Helena. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In West Helena, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.5 days and aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) 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 December in West Helena, Arkansas, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in West Helena is 5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
What are December temperatures in West Helena?
What is the most humid month in West Helena?
What is the average humidity in December in West Helena?
How many days does it rain in December in West Helena?
When does it start to snow in West Helena?
What is the month with the shortest days in West Helena?
How many hours of daylight does West Helena have in December?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in West Helena?
How many hours of sunshine does West Helena have in December?
When is the lowest UV index in West Helena?
What is the UV index reading in December in West Helena?
Average temperature in December
West Helena, AR
- Average high temperature in December: 51.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 39.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.4°F).
Average pressure in December
West Helena, 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
West Helena, AR
- Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in December
West Helena, AR
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in December
West Helena, AR
- Average rainfall in December: 1.26"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").
Average rainfall days in December
West Helena, AR
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
West Helena, AR
- Average snowfall in December: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
West Helena, AR
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Helena, 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 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
West Helena, AR
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).
Average UV index in December
West Helena, AR
- Average UV index in December: 3
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in December
West Helena, AR
- Average cloud cover in December: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in December
West Helena, 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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