December weather forecast
Elkins, AR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Elkins, Arkansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Temperature

Onset of December witnesses a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a mild 56.3°F (13.5°C) in November to a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C). Throughout December, a steady low-temperature average of 32.2°F (0.1°C) is noted.

Humidity

In Elkins, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.7 rainfall days, and 32.48" (825mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Elkins, in December, during 2.7 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Elkins, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.8 days and aggregates up to 5.35" (136mm) 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, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C) and a low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Elkins, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Elkins, in December, during 8.9 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is 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 Elkins have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration 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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Elkins, AR

Average temperature in December - Elkins, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Elkins, AR

Average pressure in December - Elkins, 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
Elkins, AR

Average wind speed in December - Elkins, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Elkins, AR

Average humidity in December - Elkins, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Elkins, AR

Average rainfall in December - Elkins, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Elkins, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Elkins, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elkins, AR

Average snowfall in December - Elkins, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elkins, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Elkins, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

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

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elkins, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elkins, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elkins, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Elkins, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Elkins, AR

Average UV index in December - Elkins, 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
Elkins, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Elkins, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

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

Average visibility in December
Elkins, AR

Average visibility in December - Elkins, 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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