December weather forecast
Des Arc, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Des Arc, Missouri, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32°F (0°C) and an average high of 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

Des Arc experiences a temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a cool 55°F (12.8°C) in November to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). During December, Des Arc records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 32°F (0°C).

Humidity

In Des Arc, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are September and December Rain falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Des Arc, in December, during 1.8 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 11.9 snowfall days, and 4.72" (120mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, in Des Arc, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature during December is 45.3°F (7.4°C) and the low-temperature is 32°F (0°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are September and December Rain falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in December?

In Des Arc, in December, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Des Arc, in December, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Des Arc have in December?

In Des Arc, Missouri, the average day length in December is 9h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What is the month 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Des Arc, MO

Average temperature in December - Des Arc, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Des Arc, MO

Average pressure in December - Des Arc, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Des Arc, MO

Average wind speed in December - Des Arc, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

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

Average humidity in December
Des Arc, MO

Average humidity in December - Des Arc, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Des Arc, MO

Average rainfall in December - Des Arc, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.03").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and December (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Des Arc, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Des Arc, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Des Arc, MO

Average snowfall in December - Des Arc, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Des Arc, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Des Arc, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Des Arc, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Des Arc, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Des Arc, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Des Arc, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Des Arc, MO

Average UV index in December - Des Arc, MO
  • 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
Des Arc, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Des Arc, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Des Arc, MO

Average visibility in December - Des Arc, MO
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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