December weather forecast
Elim, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elim, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a temperature drop, moving from a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C) in November to a wintry 36.9°F (2.7°C). During December, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.7 rainfall days, and 21.1" (536mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Elim, during December, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow. In Elim, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.7 days and aggregates up to 18.23" (463mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Elim, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Elim, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Elim is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, in Elim, it is snowing for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Elim, Pennsylvania, the average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elim have in December?

In Elim, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Elim, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Elim, PA

Average temperature in December - Elim, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Elim, PA

Average pressure in December - Elim, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Elim, PA

Average wind speed in December - Elim, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Elim, PA

Average humidity in December - Elim, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Elim, PA

Average rainfall in December - Elim, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Elim, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Elim, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elim, PA

Average snowfall in December - Elim, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elim, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Elim, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elim, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elim, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Elim, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Elim, PA

Average UV index in December - Elim, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Elim, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Elim, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Elim, PA

Average visibility in December - Elim, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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