December weather forecast
Elwood, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elwood, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.3°F (6.3°C) and min 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature marginally decreases from a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). A minor drop in temperature is observed from daytime highs during the nights of December, averaging a cold 36°F (2.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout December, 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Elwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.9 days and collects up to 35.94" (913mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Elwood. In Elwood, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Elwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.4 days and aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Elwood, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of December, in Elwood, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Elwood, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Elwood?

Elwood in December has an average high-temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Elwood?

In Elwood, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

How much does it rain in Elwood in December?

In Elwood, in December, during 12 rainfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Elwood?

In Elwood, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elwood?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Elwood, New York.

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

The average day length in December in Elwood, New York, is 9h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Elwood?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elwood have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Elwood is 4.9h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Elwood?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Elwood, NY

Average temperature in December - Elwood, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Elwood, NY

Average pressure in December - Elwood, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Elwood, NY

Average wind speed in December - Elwood, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Elwood, NY

Average humidity in December - Elwood, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Elwood, NY

Average rainfall in December - Elwood, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.78"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Elwood, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Elwood, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elwood, NY

Average snowfall in December - Elwood, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elwood, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Elwood, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elwood, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elwood, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Elwood, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Elwood, NY

Average UV index in December - Elwood, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Elwood, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Elwood, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Elwood, NY

Average visibility in December - Elwood, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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