December weather forecast
Elkins, NH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elkins, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C). The average low-temperature during December nights is 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Elkins, in December, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elkins, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.9 days and collects up to 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Elkins, in December, snow falls for 10 days, with typically accumulated 6.85" (174mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 57 snowfall days, and 34.45" (875mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Elkins experiences an average high-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and a low-temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Elkins, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Elkins, during December, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Elkins, in December, snow falls for 10 days, with typically accumulated 6.85" (174mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Elkins have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elkins have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Elkins?

In Elkins, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Elkins, NH

Average temperature in December - Elkins, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Elkins, NH

Average pressure in December - Elkins, NH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Elkins, NH

Average wind speed in December - Elkins, NH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Elkins, NH

Average humidity in December - Elkins, NH
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Elkins, NH

Average rainfall in December - Elkins, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Elkins, NH

Average rainfall days in December - Elkins, NH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elkins, NH

Average snowfall in December - Elkins, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elkins, NH

Average snowfall days in December - Elkins, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 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, NH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elkins, NH
  • 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: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elkins, NH

Average sunshine days in December - Elkins, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and April (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Elkins, NH

Average UV index in December - Elkins, NH
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Elkins, NH

Average cloud cover in December - Elkins, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Elkins, NH

Average visibility in December - Elkins, NH
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and September (4mi).

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