December weather forecast
Elizabethtown, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elizabethtown, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30°F (-1.1°C) and an average high of 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature goes from a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C) in November to a cold 41.2°F (5.1°C). Elizabethtown in December experiences a low-temperature average of 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Elizabethtown, in December, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elizabethtown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.7 days and collects up to 15.35" (390mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Elizabethtown, in December, during 3.4 snowfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 19.3 snowfall days, and 6.5" (165mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Elizabethtown, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In Elizabethtown, 41.2°F (5.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 30°F (-1.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in Elizabethtown in December?

In Elizabethtown, during December, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.4 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Elizabethtown have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elizabethtown, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elizabethtown have in December?

In Elizabethtown, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Elizabethtown?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Elizabethtown, PA

Average temperature in December - Elizabethtown, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Elizabethtown, PA

Average pressure in December - Elizabethtown, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Elizabethtown, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Elizabethtown, PA

Average humidity in December - Elizabethtown, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Elizabethtown, PA

Average rainfall in December - Elizabethtown, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Elizabethtown, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Elizabethtown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elizabethtown, PA

Average snowfall in December - Elizabethtown, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

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
Elizabethtown, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Elizabethtown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elizabethtown, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elizabethtown, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Elizabethtown, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Elizabethtown, PA

Average UV index in December - Elizabethtown, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Elizabethtown, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Elizabethtown, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Elizabethtown, PA

Average visibility in December - Elizabethtown, PA
  • 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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