December weather forecast
Sallisaw, OK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sallisaw, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 49.5°F (9.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's moderate 59.9°F (15.5°C) to a chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C). The low-temperature average for Sallisaw during December stands at a cold 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Sallisaw, in December, during 8.8 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sallisaw, there are 145.3 rainfall days, and 35.79" (909mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Sallisaw, in December, snow falls for 0.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Sallisaw, Oklahoma, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.7 days and aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

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 7:10 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In Sallisaw, in December, the average high-temperature is 49.5°F (9.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 35.2°F (1.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Sallisaw, in December, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Sallisaw, in December, during 0.9 snowfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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 Sallisaw have in December?

In Sallisaw, the average day length in December is 9h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Sallisaw have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Sallisaw, OK
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Sallisaw, OK
  • 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Sallisaw, OK
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Sallisaw, OK
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (69%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Sallisaw, OK
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Sallisaw, OK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Sallisaw, OK
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Sallisaw, OK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sallisaw, OK
  • 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Sallisaw, OK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Sallisaw, OK
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Sallisaw, OK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Sallisaw, OK
  • 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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