December weather forecast
Elizabeth, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elizabeth, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C) to an icy 39.6°F (4.2°C). Elizabeth experiences a steady low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Elizabeth, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.9 rainfall days, and 19.29" (490mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Elizabeth, in December, during 10.1 snowfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Elizabeth, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.2 days and aggregates up to 8.62" (219mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Elizabeth, the average high-temperature is 39.6°F (4.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Elizabeth is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Elizabeth, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Elizabeth, during December, snow falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

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?

The average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Elizabeth, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elizabeth have in December?

In Elizabeth, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Elizabeth, PA

Average temperature in December - Elizabeth, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Elizabeth, PA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Elizabeth, PA

Average wind speed in December - Elizabeth, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Elizabeth, PA

Average humidity in December - Elizabeth, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Elizabeth, PA

Average rainfall in December - Elizabeth, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Elizabeth, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Elizabeth, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elizabeth, PA

Average snowfall in December - Elizabeth, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elizabeth, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Elizabeth, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 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
Elizabeth, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elizabeth, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elizabeth, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Elizabeth, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Elizabeth, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Elizabeth, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Elizabeth, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Elizabeth, PA

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

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

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