December weather - Winter 2024

Weather in December
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Average pressure in December
Average wind speed in December
Average humidity in December
Average rainfall in December
Average rainfall days in December
Average snowfall in December
Average snowfall days in December
Average daylight in December
Average sunshine in December
Average sunshine days in December
Average UV index in December
Average cloud cover in December
Average visibility in December

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Weather in December

December in Bentonville, Arkansas, paints a classic winter picture, with freezing temperatures and short daylight hours dominating the scene. Witness the winter solstice in its full glory, where the lowest temperatures drop to 31.6°F (-0.2°C), setting a frigid backdrop for the city. The weather changes precipitate a snowfall that is likely to yield a thickness up to 0.75" (19mm). A cold wind-whisked atmosphere encapsulates the city, enhancing the festive aura usually attached to December. Bentonville, under the December weather scenario, dresses up in a white, chilly cloak, signing off the year on a peaceful, frosty note.

Temperature

December brings a drop in Bentonville's average high-temperature, falling from a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C) in November to a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C). December brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In Bentonville, during December, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 152.6 rainfall days, and 33.23" (844mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Bentonville, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 12.9 snowfall days, and 5.24" (133mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Bentonville is 5.5h.

UV index

January 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Updated: Jun 3, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Bentonville, is 46.6°F (8.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 31.6°F (-0.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Bentonville, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Bentonville have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Bentonville?

In Bentonville, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Bentonville?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

56.5°F 13.6°C

46.6°F 8.1°C

44.2°F 6.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

9.7mph 15.6km/h

8.9mph 14.3km/h

9.6mph 15.4km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

18.8

19.9

19.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Bentonville, AR

Average high temperature in December: 46.6°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 (44.2°F).

Average low temperature in December: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Bentonville, 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
Bentonville, AR

Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Bentonville, AR

Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Bentonville, AR

Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Bentonville, AR

Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bentonville, AR

Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bentonville, AR

Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bentonville, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bentonville, AR

Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Bentonville, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Bentonville, AR

Average cloud cover in December: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Bentonville, 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).

December weather forecast
Bentonville, AR

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