December weather forecast
Elkhart, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elkhart, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

Transition from November to December is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C) to a wintry 34°F (1.1°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a freezing cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C) on average during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.2 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Elkhart, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.8 days and collects up to 25.91" (658mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Elkhart, in December, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.97" (50mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.2 snowfall days, and 13.94" (354mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Elkhart in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 34°F (1.1°C) and 22.1°F (-5.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Elkhart, in December, during 5.2 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Elkhart, in December, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Elkhart, Iowa, is 9h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elkhart have in December?

In Elkhart, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Elkhart, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Elkhart, IA

Average temperature in December - Elkhart, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Elkhart, IA

Average pressure in December - Elkhart, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Elkhart, IA

Average wind speed in December - Elkhart, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Elkhart, IA

Average humidity in December - Elkhart, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Elkhart, IA

Average rainfall in December - Elkhart, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Elkhart, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Elkhart, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elkhart, IA

Average snowfall in December - Elkhart, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elkhart, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Elkhart, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elkhart, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elkhart, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elkhart, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Elkhart, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Elkhart, IA

Average UV index in December - Elkhart, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Elkhart, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Elkhart, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Elkhart, IA

Average visibility in December - Elkhart, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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