December weather forecast
Elkhart, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elkhart, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

December brings a minor decrease, with the average high-temperature reducing from a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C) in November to an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C). Throughout December nights, Elkhart experiences a consistent temperature average of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Elkhart, Illinois, is 79%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Elkhart. Rain falls for 8.3 days and accumulates 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Elkhart. In Elkhart, during December, snow falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Elkhart, there are 29.7 snowfall days, and 7.13" (181mm) 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 7:01 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, 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

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Elkhart in December?

In December, in Elkhart, the average high-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Elkhart?

In Elkhart, Illinois, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the driest month in Elkhart?

December is the month with the least rainfall in Elkhart, Illinois. Rain falls for 8.3 days and accumulates 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Elkhart?

In Elkhart, in December, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Elkhart?

In Elkhart, Illinois, in December, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elkhart?

December has the shortest days of the year in Elkhart, Illinois, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

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

In Elkhart, the average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Elkhart?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elkhart, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elkhart have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Elkhart is 4.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Elkhart?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Elkhart, Illinois, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Elkhart, IL

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).

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Average pressure in December
Elkhart, IL

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Elkhart, IL

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).

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Average humidity in December
Elkhart, IL

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Elkhart, IL

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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Elkhart, IL

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).

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Average snowfall in December
Elkhart, IL

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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Elkhart, IL

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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elkhart, IL
  • 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 3min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Elkhart, IL

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).

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Average UV index in December
Elkhart, IL

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Elkhart, IL

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).

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Average visibility in December
Elkhart, IL

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).

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