December weather forecast
Elk River, ID

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elk River, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

In Elk River, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in December, averaging a high of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and a low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Humidity

In Elk River, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Elk River, in December, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elk River, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.4 days and collects up to 14.72" (374mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Elk River are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 9.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Elk River, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Elk River, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:06 pm PST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Elk River.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Elk River. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Elk River?

December, marked by an average high-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and a low-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C), is the coldest month in Elk River.

How cold is December in Elk River?

In December, in Elk River, the average high-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 21.9°F (-5.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Elk River?

In December, the average relative humidity in Elk River is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Elk River?

In Elk River, Idaho, in December, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Elk River?

The month with the most snowfall in Elk River is December, when snow falls for 9.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Elk River?

In December, it is snowing for 9.7 days. Throughout December, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elk River?

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Elk River.

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

In December, the average day length in Elk River, Idaho, is 8h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Elk River?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elk River, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:06 pm PST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Elk River?

The months with the least sunshine in Elk River, Idaho, are January and December, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Elk River?

In Elk River, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Elk River?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Elk River, Idaho.

What is the UV index reading in December in Elk River?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Elk River, Idaho, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Elk River, ID

Average temperature in December - Elk River, ID
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (51.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Elk River, ID

Average pressure in December - Elk River, ID
  • Average pressure in December: 30.18"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.2"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Elk River, ID

Average wind speed in December - Elk River, ID
  • Average wind speed in December: 3.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (4.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Elk River, ID

Average humidity in December - Elk River, ID
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (48%).

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Average rainfall in December
Elk River, ID

Average rainfall in December - Elk River, ID
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
Elk River, ID

Average rainfall days in December - Elk River, ID
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Elk River, ID

Average snowfall in December - Elk River, ID
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Elk River, ID

Average snowfall days in December - Elk River, ID
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elk River, ID

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elk River, ID
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Elk River, ID

Average sunshine days in December - Elk River, ID
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Elk River, ID

Average UV index in December - Elk River, ID
  • 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 January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Elk River, ID

Average cloud cover in December - Elk River, ID
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in December
Elk River, ID

Average visibility in December - Elk River, ID
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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