December weather forecast
West Point, AR

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in West Point, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 37°F (2.8°C) and max 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Temperature

West Point's weather subtly changes with the onset of December, barely falling from a refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C) in November to a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C). During December, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 37°F (2.8°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 8 days and typically collects 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in West Point, there are 3.9 snowfall days, and 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in December leads to these guidelines:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in West Point?

The average high-temperature, in December, in West Point, is 49.8°F (9.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

What is the driest month?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8 days and accumulates 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does West Point have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in West Point?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
West Point, AR

Average temperature in December - West Point, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.9°F).

Average pressure in December
West Point, AR

Average pressure in December - West Point, 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
West Point, AR

Average wind speed in December - West Point, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
West Point, AR

Average humidity in December - West Point, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
West Point, AR

Average rainfall in December - West Point, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
West Point, AR

Average rainfall days in December - West Point, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Point, AR

Average snowfall in December - West Point, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Point, AR

Average snowfall days in December - West Point, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.5 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
West Point, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Point, AR
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Point, AR

Average sunshine days in December - West Point, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.5 days).

Average UV index in December
West Point, AR

Average UV index in December - West Point, AR
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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

Average cloud cover in December
West Point, AR

Average cloud cover in December - West Point, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
West Point, AR

Average visibility in December - West Point, 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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