December weather forecast
Elgin, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elgin, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) in November to a wintry 35.4°F (1.9°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a freezing cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C) on average during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Elgin, in December, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elgin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.8 days and collects up to 37.36" (949mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Elgin are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Elgin. Snow falls for 18.5 days and accumulates 12.01" (305mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Elgin?

The high-temperature, in December, in Elgin, is 35.4°F (1.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Elgin, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Elgin, during December, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 18.5 days and accumulates 12.01" (305mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Elgin, Pennsylvania, during December, snow falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 12.01" (305mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Elgin have in December?

In Elgin, the average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elgin, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Elgin?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average temperature in December
Elgin, PA

Average temperature in December - Elgin, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Elgin, PA

Average pressure in December - Elgin, PA
  • 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
Elgin, PA

Average wind speed in December - Elgin, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Elgin, PA

Average humidity in December - Elgin, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (80%).

Average rainfall in December
Elgin, PA

Average rainfall in December - Elgin, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.64").

Average rainfall days in December
Elgin, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Elgin, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elgin, PA

Average snowfall in December - Elgin, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 12.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (12.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elgin, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Elgin, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elgin, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elgin, PA
  • 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: 2h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elgin, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Elgin, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (10.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Elgin, PA

Average UV index in December - Elgin, PA
  • 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
Elgin, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Elgin, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 77

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Elgin, PA

Average visibility in December - Elgin, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The month with the highest visibility is October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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