December weather forecast
Zinc, AR

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Zinc, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32°F (0°C) and an average high of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C) to a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C). In Zinc, an average low-temperature of 32°F (0°C) is recorded during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Zinc, during December, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. In Zinc, Arkansas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.6 days and collects up to 31.89" (810mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Zinc, Arkansas, during December, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow. In Zinc, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.3 days and aggregates up to 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The high-temperature during December is 46.9°F (8.3°C) and the low-temperature is 32°F (0°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Zinc, in December, during 7.5 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Zinc, in December, during 2.3 snowfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Zinc?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Zinc have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Zinc, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Zinc, AR

Average temperature in December - Zinc, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.9°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 (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Zinc, AR

Average pressure in December - Zinc, 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
Zinc, AR

Average wind speed in December - Zinc, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Zinc, AR

Average humidity in December - Zinc, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Zinc, AR

Average rainfall in December - Zinc, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Zinc, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Zinc, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Zinc, AR

Average snowfall in December - Zinc, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Zinc, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Zinc, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Zinc, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Zinc, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Zinc, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Zinc, AR

Average UV index in December - Zinc, 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
Zinc, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Zinc, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Zinc, AR

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

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

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