December weather forecast
Smithville, AR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Smithville, Arkansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.4°F (9.1°C) and 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Temperature

Smithville observes a small decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's mild 57°F (13.9°C) to a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C). Smithville observes an average low-temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Smithville is 77%.

Rainfall

In Smithville, in December, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Smithville, Arkansas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.7 days and collects up to 34.13" (867mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Smithville are January through March, November and December. In Smithville, in December, snow falls for 1 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Smithville, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.5 days and aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Smithville, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Smithville. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 9, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Smithville?

The high-temperature, in December, in Smithville, is 48.4°F (9.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 34.9°F (1.6°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Smithville?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Smithville?

In Smithville, during December, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Smithville?

In Smithville, Arkansas, in December, during 1 snowfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Smithville?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Smithville.

How many hours of daylight does Smithville have in December?

In December, the average day length in Smithville is 9h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Smithville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Smithville, Arkansas, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Smithville?

In Smithville, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Smithville?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Smithville?

In Smithville, Arkansas, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Smithville, AR

Average temperature in December - Smithville, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Smithville, AR

Average pressure in December - Smithville, 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
Smithville, AR

Average wind speed in December - Smithville, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Smithville, AR

Average humidity in December - Smithville, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Smithville, AR

Average rainfall in December - Smithville, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Smithville, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Smithville, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Smithville, AR

Average snowfall in December - Smithville, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Smithville, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Smithville, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 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
Smithville, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Smithville, AR
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Smithville, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Smithville, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Smithville, AR

Average UV index in December - Smithville, AR
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Smithville, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Smithville, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Smithville, AR

Average visibility in December - Smithville, 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).

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