December weather forecast
Elmira Heights, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Elmira Heights, New York, with an average temperature varying between 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) in November to an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C). In Elmira Heights, December is marked by an average low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Elmira Heights, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. In Elmira Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.7 days and collects up to 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 14.9 days. Throughout December, 5.94" (151mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 76.6 snowfall days, and 34.61" (879mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Elmira Heights, the average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Elmira Heights in December?

In December, in Elmira Heights, the average high-temperature is 35.2°F (1.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, in Elmira Heights, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 14.9 days. Throughout December, 5.94" (151mm) of snow is accumulated.

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?

In December, the average day length in Elmira Heights is 9h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Elmira Heights?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elmira Heights have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.2h.

What are the months with 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 intensity in December?

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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Elmira Heights, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Elmira Heights, NY

Average pressure in December - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Elmira Heights, NY

Average wind speed in December - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Elmira Heights, NY

Average humidity in December - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Elmira Heights, NY

Average rainfall in December - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Elmira Heights, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elmira Heights, NY

Average snowfall in December - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elmira Heights, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elmira Heights, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elmira Heights, NY
  • 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: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elmira Heights, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Elmira Heights, NY

Average UV index in December - Elmira Heights, 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
Elmira Heights, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Elmira Heights, NY

Average visibility in December - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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