December weather forecastElkhart, IL
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Elkhart, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and max 38.3°F (3.5°C).Temperature
Elkhart's transition into December involves a shift in temperature, receding from a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C) in November to a wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C). In December, Elkhart experiences a temperature dip to an average of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) at night.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.3 days and accumulates 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Elkhart, in December, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.02" (26mm) of snow. In Elkhart, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.7 days and aggregates up to 7.13" (181mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Elkhart, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Elkhart, IL
- Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Elkhart, IL
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Elkhart, IL
- Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Elkhart, IL
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Elkhart, IL
- Average rainfall in December: 1.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").
Average rainfall days in December
Elkhart, IL
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Elkhart, IL
- Average snowfall in December: 1.02"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Elkhart, IL
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elkhart, IL
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 24min
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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Elkhart, IL
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Elkhart, IL
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Elkhart, IL
- Average cloud cover in December: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Elkhart, IL
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).
