December weather forecast
Elba, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elba, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of December comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C). The month of December records an average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) in Elba.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Elba, during December, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. In Elba, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.3 days and collects up to 26.93" (684mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Elba, during December, snow falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.69" (170mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Elba, there are 85.1 snowfall days, and 37.52" (953mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Elba, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Elba, the average sunshine in December is 2.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Elba?

The high-temperature, in December, in Elba, records 35.2°F (1.8°C), while the low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Elba?

In Elba, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Elba?

In December, in Elba, New York, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Elba in December?

In Elba, during December, snow falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.69" (170mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elba?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Elba, New York.

What is the average length of the day in December in Elba?

In Elba, New York, the average day length in December is 9h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Elba?

On the first day of December in Elba, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elba have in December?

In Elba, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Elba?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Elba?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Elba, NY

Average temperature in December - Elba, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Elba, NY

Average pressure in December - Elba, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Elba, NY

Average wind speed in December - Elba, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Elba, NY

Average humidity in December - Elba, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, July, August and September (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Elba, NY

Average rainfall in December - Elba, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Elba, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Elba, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elba, NY

Average snowfall in December - Elba, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elba, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Elba, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elba, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elba, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elba, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Elba, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Elba, NY

Average UV index in December - Elba, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Elba, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Elba, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Elba, NY

Average visibility in December - Elba, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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