Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
December's arrival comes with a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving subtly from a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C) in November to a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C). Elkin's average low-temperature is measured at a wintry 33.8°F (1°C) during December.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Elkin, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166 days and collects up to 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Elkin, North Carolina, are January through April, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.4 days and accumulates 2.68" (68mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Elkin, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.
Sunshine
January and December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Elkin.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Elkin in December?
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How much does it rain in Elkin in December?
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How much does it snow in Elkin in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in Elkin?
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What is the month with the least sunshine in Elkin?
How many hours of sunshine does Elkin have in December?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Elkin?
What is the UV index reading in December in Elkin?
Average temperature in December
Elkin, NC
- Average high temperature in December: 48.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 33.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Elkin, NC
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Elkin, NC
- Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).
Average humidity in December
Elkin, NC
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Elkin, NC
- Average rainfall in December: 3.07"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.46").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.13").
Average rainfall days in December
Elkin, NC
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Elkin, NC
- Average snowfall in December: 2.68"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Elkin, NC
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 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
Elkin, NC
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Elkin, NC
- Average sunshine days in December: 18 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Elkin, NC
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Elkin, NC
- Average cloud cover in December: 40
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
Elkin, NC
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).
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