December weather forecastElkton, KY
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Elkton, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C).Temperature
December marks a gentle change in average high-temperature, declining from November's fresh 55.2°F (12.9°C) to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C). The month of December records an average low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C).Humidity
In Elkton, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.Rainfall
In Elkton, Kentucky, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.8 rainfall days, and 27.6" (701mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Elkton, Kentucky. In Elkton, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In Elkton, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.1 days and aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Elkton, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. 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: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Elkton, KY
- Average high temperature in December: 46.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 34.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Elkton, KY
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Elkton, KY
- Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Elkton, KY
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Elkton, KY
- Average rainfall in December: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").
Average rainfall days in December
Elkton, KY
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Elkton, KY
- Average snowfall in December: 0.98"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Elkton, KY
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elkton, KY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 42min
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).
Average sunshine days in December
Elkton, KY
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Elkton, KY
- 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Elkton, KY
- Average cloud cover in December: 50
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Elkton, KY
- 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).
