December weather forecast
Little Rock, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Little Rock, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and 15.8°F (-9°C).

Temperature

A distinct shift in the average high-temperature is signaled in December, moving down from an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 15.8°F (-9°C) is expected.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Little Rock is 85%.

Rainfall

In Little Rock, in December, it is raining for 4.9 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Little Rock, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.3 days and collects up to 22.24" (565mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Little Rock. In December, it is snowing for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Little Rock, there are 51.6 snowfall days, and 19.69" (500mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Little Rock, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Little Rock, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

In Little Rock, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Little Rock?

The high-temperature, in December, in Little Rock, is 26.8°F (-2.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 15.8°F (-9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Little Rock?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in Little Rock in December?

In December, in Little Rock, Iowa, the rain falls for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Little Rock?

In Little Rock, during December, snow falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Little Rock?

The month with the shortest days in Little Rock, Iowa, is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Little Rock have in December?

The average day length in December in Little Rock, Iowa, is 9h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Little Rock?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Little Rock have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Little Rock, Iowa, is 4.3h.

How high is the UV index in December in Little Rock?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Little Rock, IA

Average temperature in December - Little Rock, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Little Rock, IA

Average pressure in December - Little Rock, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Little Rock, IA

Average wind speed in December - Little Rock, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Little Rock, IA

Average humidity in December - Little Rock, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Little Rock, IA

Average rainfall in December - Little Rock, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Little Rock, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Little Rock, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Little Rock, IA

Average snowfall in December - Little Rock, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Little Rock, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Little Rock, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Little Rock, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Little Rock, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Little Rock, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Little Rock, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Little Rock, IA

Average UV index in December - Little Rock, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Little Rock, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Little Rock, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Little Rock, IA

Average visibility in December - Little Rock, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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