December weather forecast
Elk, WA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Elk, Washington, with an average temperature ranging between min 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and max 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

December proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and a minimum temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

In December, in Elk, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Elk, there are 124.9 rainfall days, and 17.44" (443mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Elk, during December, snow falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 10.47" (266mm) of snow. In Elk, during the entire year, snow falls for 69.2 days and aggregates up to 42.99" (1092mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Elk.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of December, in Elk, Washington, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:06 pm PST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Elk, Washington, are February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Elk?

Elk records the coldest temperatures in December, averaging a high of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and a low of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

How cold is it in Elk in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Elk, is 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 20.3°F (-6.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Elk?

In December, the average relative humidity in Elk is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December in Elk?

In Elk, Washington, during December, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Elk in December?

In December, in Elk, Washington, it is snowing for 16.9 days. Throughout December, 10.47" (266mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elk?

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Elk.

What is the average length of the day in December in Elk?

In December, the average day length in Elk, Washington, is 8h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Elk?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:06 pm PST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elk have in December?

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Elk?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability 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
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Elk, WA

Average temperature in December - Elk, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Elk, WA

Average pressure in December - Elk, WA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Elk, WA

Average wind speed in December - Elk, WA
  • Average wind speed in December: 4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Elk, WA

Average humidity in December - Elk, WA
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (43%).

Average rainfall in December
Elk, WA

Average rainfall in December - Elk, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
Elk, WA

Average rainfall days in December - Elk, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elk, WA

Average snowfall in December - Elk, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 10.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (13.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elk, WA

Average snowfall days in December - Elk, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elk, WA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elk, WA
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elk, WA

Average sunshine days in December - Elk, WA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Elk, WA

Average UV index in December - Elk, WA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Elk, WA

Average cloud cover in December - Elk, WA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in December
Elk, WA

Average visibility in December - Elk, WA
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (3mi).

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