December weather forecast
Elk Creek, CA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Elk Creek, California, with temperature in the range of an average high of 52.7°F (11.5°C) and an average low of 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

In Elk Creek, December is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 52.7°F (11.5°C) and a low of 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Humidity

In Elk Creek, the average relative humidity in December is 67%.

Rainfall

In Elk Creek, during December, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. In Elk Creek, during the entire year, the rain falls for 71.4 days and collects up to 14.02" (356mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:56 pm PST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during December translates into the following guidance:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

December, recording an average high temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C) and a low temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C), is Elk Creek's coldest month.

What are the temperatures in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 52.7°F (11.5°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°C) respectively. In June, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 67%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Elk Creek, in December, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Elk Creek?

In Elk Creek, the average day length in December is 9h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:56 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Elk Creek have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Elk Creek, CA

Average temperature in December - Elk Creek, CA
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (95.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (52.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (39.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Elk Creek, CA

Average pressure in December - Elk Creek, CA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, July and August (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Elk Creek, CA

Average wind speed in December - Elk Creek, CA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Elk Creek, CA

Average humidity in December - Elk Creek, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (69%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and September (35%).

Average rainfall in December
Elk Creek, CA

Average rainfall in December - Elk Creek, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.04").

Average rainfall days in December
Elk Creek, CA

Average rainfall days in December - Elk Creek, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elk Creek, CA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elk Creek, CA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elk Creek, CA

Average sunshine days in December - Elk Creek, CA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (17 days).

Average UV index in December
Elk Creek, CA

Average UV index in December - Elk Creek, CA
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Elk Creek, CA

Average cloud cover in December - Elk Creek, CA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in December
Elk Creek, CA

Average visibility in December - Elk Creek, CA
  • 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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