December weather forecast
Elk City, OK

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Weather in December

December brings winter in full force to Elk City with the average temperatures falling to a low of 32.2°F (0.1°C). The shift from November is evident with shorter days and prolonged darkness that characterize the winter solstice. The residents brace for the cold, with anticipated snowfall adding charm to the holiday season. Despite the chill, December's weather brings about a festive atmosphere in the city with holiday lights illuminating the dark evenings. As the end of the year approaches, the persistent cold sets the expectations for January's weather patterns.

Temperature

Elk City, Oklahoma, experiences its lowest average temperatures in December, reaching a peak of 49.3°F (9.6°C) and a minimum of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 61%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Elk City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.4 days and collects up to 18.78" (477mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Elk City. In Elk City, during December, snow falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Elk City, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.6 days and aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of December, in Elk City, Oklahoma, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Elk City, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Elk City?

Elk City reaches its average lowest temperatures in December, measuring 49.3°F (9.6°C) at the peak and 32.2°F (0.1°C) at the lowest.

What is the usual temperature for Elk City in December?

In Elk City, in December, the average high-temperature is 49.3°F (9.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.2°F (0.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 61%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Elk City, in December, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout December, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Elk City is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Elk City have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 6.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Elk City?

In Elk City, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Elk City, OK

Average temperature in December - Elk City, OK
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (49.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Elk City, OK

Average pressure in December - Elk City, OK
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Elk City, OK

Average wind speed in December - Elk City, OK
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Elk City, OK

Average humidity in December - Elk City, OK
  • Average humidity in December: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).

Average rainfall in December
Elk City, OK

Average rainfall in December - Elk City, OK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Elk City, OK

Average rainfall days in December - Elk City, OK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elk City, OK

Average snowfall in December - Elk City, OK
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elk City, OK

Average snowfall days in December - Elk City, OK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.9 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
Elk City, OK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elk City, OK
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elk City, OK

Average sunshine days in December - Elk City, OK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Elk City, OK

Average UV index in December - Elk City, OK
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Elk City, OK

Average cloud cover in December - Elk City, OK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 25

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in December
Elk City, OK

Average visibility in December - Elk City, OK
  • 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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