December weather forecast
Elkton, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elkton, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C) in November to an icy 32.9°F (0.5°C). In Elkton, the nocturnal temperatures throughout December show a marginal dip from the daytime averages, settling at a subzero cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Elkton, in December, during 9.2 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Elkton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.8 days and collects up to 22.99" (584mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Elkton, in December, snow falls for 15.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.5" (89mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 70.3 snowfall days, and 16.77" (426mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Elkton.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Elkton, the average sunshine in December is 3.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Elkton, is 32.9°F (0.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Elkton?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Elkton, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Elkton, in December, snow falls for 15.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Elkton have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Elkton, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Elkton, MI

Average temperature in December - Elkton, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Elkton, MI

Average pressure in December - Elkton, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Elkton, MI

Average wind speed in December - Elkton, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Elkton, MI

Average humidity in December - Elkton, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Elkton, MI

Average rainfall in December - Elkton, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Elkton, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Elkton, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elkton, MI

Average snowfall in December - Elkton, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elkton, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Elkton, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elkton, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elkton, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elkton, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Elkton, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and December (8.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Elkton, MI

Average UV index in December - Elkton, MI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Elkton, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Elkton, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Elkton, MI

Average visibility in December - Elkton, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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