December weather forecast
Elizabethtown, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elizabethtown, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 19.9°F (-6.7°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Elizabethtown's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C). In Elizabethtown, the average temperature during the nights of December drops to a still subzero cold 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Elizabethtown, during December, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176.9 rainfall days, and 28.27" (718mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Elizabethtown. In December, it is snowing for 16 days. Throughout December, 6.57" (167mm) of snow is accumulated. In Elizabethtown, during the entire year, snow falls for 85.1 days and aggregates up to 43.03" (1093mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Elizabethtown, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Elizabethtown. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Elizabethtown, is 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Elizabethtown?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Elizabethtown, in December, during 13.1 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Elizabethtown in December?

In Elizabethtown, New York, in December, during 16 snowfall days, 6.57" (167mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elizabethtown have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Elizabethtown, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Elizabethtown, NY

Average temperature in December - Elizabethtown, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.9°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 (12.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Elizabethtown, NY

Average pressure in December - Elizabethtown, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"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
Elizabethtown, NY

Average wind speed in December - Elizabethtown, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Elizabethtown, NY

Average humidity in December - Elizabethtown, NY
  • 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 May (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Elizabethtown, NY

Average rainfall in December - Elizabethtown, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Elizabethtown, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Elizabethtown, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elizabethtown, NY

Average snowfall in December - Elizabethtown, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.05").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elizabethtown, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Elizabethtown, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elizabethtown, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elizabethtown, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Elizabethtown, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Elizabethtown, NY

Average UV index in December - Elizabethtown, NY
  • 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 January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Elizabethtown, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Elizabethtown, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Elizabethtown, NY

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

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

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