December weather forecastElkhart, IN
December
Weather in December
December sees Elkhart wrapped in the depths of winter, with the highest snowfall in the year at 3.07" (78mm). The cold, crisp air is often filled with festive cheer, mirroring the holiday season. Short daylight hours, averaging at 9.2 hours, and increased cloud cover make for longer nights. It is the time when winter coats and warm fires become a city staple. The snow-covered landscapes offer breathtaking views, bringing the year to a spectacular close.Temperature
In the transition to December, Elkhart observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 46°F (7.8°C) in November to a cold 35.2°F (1.8°C). An average nighttime temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) is recorded during December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 84%.Rainfall
February and December are months with the least rain in Elkhart when the rain falls for 9.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of rain.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Elkhart, Indiana, in December, during 12.9 snowfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Elkhart, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.4 days and aggregates up to 17.99" (457mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 3.4h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Average temperature in December
Elkhart, IN
- Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Elkhart, IN
- Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Elkhart, IN
- Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Elkhart, IN
- Average humidity in December: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Elkhart, IN
- Average rainfall in December: 1.77"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.77").
Average rainfall days in December
Elkhart, IN
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Elkhart, IN
- Average snowfall in December: 3.07"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Elkhart, IN
- Average snowfall days in December: 12.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elkhart, IN
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Elkhart, IN
- Average sunshine days in December: 11.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Elkhart, IN
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Elkhart, IN
- Average cloud cover in December: 65
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in December
Elkhart, IN
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, August and September (5mi).
