December weather forecast
New Elizabethtown, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in New Elizabethtown, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.3°F (5.7°C) and an average low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). New Elizabethtown's average low-temperature during December nights is observed to be a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 81%, December is the most humid month in New Elizabethtown.

Rainfall

In New Elizabethtown, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.9 rainfall days, and 29.72" (755mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in New Elizabethtown. In New Elizabethtown, in December, during 7.3 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 32.5 snowfall days, and 8.74" (222mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in New Elizabethtown, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of December, in New Elizabethtown, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in New Elizabethtown in December?

December temperatures in New Elizabethtown vary between a high-temperature of 42.3°F (5.7°C) and a low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in New Elizabethtown?

December is the most humid month in New Elizabethtown, Indiana, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in New Elizabethtown?

In December, the average relative humidity in New Elizabethtown, Indiana, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in New Elizabethtown?

In New Elizabethtown, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in New Elizabethtown in December?

In New Elizabethtown, in December, during 7.3 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in New Elizabethtown?

December has the shortest days of the year in New Elizabethtown, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does New Elizabethtown have in December?

In December, the average day length in New Elizabethtown is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in New Elizabethtown?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in New Elizabethtown?

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in New Elizabethtown.

How long on average sun shines in December in New Elizabethtown?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in New Elizabethtown?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in New Elizabethtown.

What is the UV index reading in December in New Elizabethtown?

In New Elizabethtown, Indiana, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
New Elizabethtown, IN

Average temperature in December - New Elizabethtown, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in December
New Elizabethtown, IN

Average pressure in December - New Elizabethtown, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - New Elizabethtown, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
New Elizabethtown, IN

Average humidity in December - New Elizabethtown, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
New Elizabethtown, IN

Average rainfall in December - New Elizabethtown, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
New Elizabethtown, IN

Average rainfall days in December - New Elizabethtown, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
New Elizabethtown, IN

Average snowfall in December - New Elizabethtown, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New Elizabethtown, IN

Average snowfall days in December - New Elizabethtown, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
New Elizabethtown, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Elizabethtown, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
New Elizabethtown, IN

Average sunshine days in December - New Elizabethtown, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
New Elizabethtown, IN

Average UV index in December - New Elizabethtown, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
New Elizabethtown, IN

Average cloud cover in December - New Elizabethtown, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
New Elizabethtown, IN

Average visibility in December - New Elizabethtown, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, July, August, September and December (5mi).

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