December weather forecast
Elizabethtown, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elizabethtown, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and an average low of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

As November shifts into December, a slight alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). Elizabethtown observes an average low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In Elizabethtown, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Elizabethtown, Illinois, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Elizabethtown, Illinois, there are 148.8 rainfall days, and 27.05" (687mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Elizabethtown, in December, snow falls for 3.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15 snowfall days, and 4.8" (122mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Elizabethtown is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Elizabethtown. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Elizabethtown?

During December, Elizabethtown experiences an average high-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and a low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Elizabethtown?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in Elizabethtown in December?

In Elizabethtown, Illinois, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Elizabethtown?

In Elizabethtown, Illinois, in December, snow falls for 3.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elizabethtown?

The month with the shortest days in Elizabethtown is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Elizabethtown is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Elizabethtown?

On the first day of December in Elizabethtown, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Elizabethtown?

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

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

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Elizabethtown.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Elizabethtown?

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

Average temperature in December - Elizabethtown, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Elizabethtown, IL

Average pressure in December - Elizabethtown, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Elizabethtown, IL

Average wind speed in December - Elizabethtown, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Elizabethtown, IL

Average humidity in December - Elizabethtown, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Elizabethtown, IL

Average rainfall in December - Elizabethtown, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in December
Elizabethtown, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Elizabethtown, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Elizabethtown, IL

Average snowfall in December - Elizabethtown, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Elizabethtown, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Elizabethtown, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elizabethtown, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Elizabethtown, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Elizabethtown, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Elizabethtown, IL

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Elizabethtown, IL

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Elizabethtown, IL

Average visibility in December - Elizabethtown, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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