December weather forecast
Elka Park, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Elka Park, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and an average high of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Elka Park sees a drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C) to a wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C). In December, Elka Park encounters an average low-temperature of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) during the night.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months in Elka Park.

Rainfall

In Elka Park, during December, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138.1 rainfall days, and 21.1" (536mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Elka Park, New York, in December, during 8.8 snowfall days, 4.69" (119mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Elka Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.9 days and aggregates up to 27.48" (698mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Elka Park.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

January through March, October through 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 average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Elka Park in December?

In Elka Park, 34.3°F (1.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 23.5°F (-4.7°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What are the most humid months in Elka Park?

The months with the highest humidity in Elka Park are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in December in Elka Park?

The average relative humidity in December in Elka Park is 84%.

How much does it rain in Elka Park in December?

In Elka Park, New York, during December, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Elka Park?

In December, it is snowing for 8.8 days. Throughout December, 4.69" (119mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elka Park?

The month with the shortest days in Elka Park is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Elka Park have in December?

In Elka Park, the average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Elka Park?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elka Park, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:34 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Elka Park?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Elka Park, New York, is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Elka Park?

The months with the lowest UV index in Elka Park, New York, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Elka Park?

The average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Elka Park, NY

Average temperature in December - Elka Park, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°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 (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Elka Park, NY

Average pressure in December - Elka Park, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Elka Park, NY

Average wind speed in December - Elka Park, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Elka Park, NY

Average humidity in December - Elka Park, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Elka Park, NY

Average rainfall in December - Elka Park, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in December
Elka Park, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Elka Park, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Elka Park, NY

Average snowfall in December - Elka Park, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Elka Park, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Elka Park, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elka Park, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elka Park, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Elka Park, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Elka Park, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Elka Park, NY

Average UV index in December - Elka Park, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Elka Park, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Elka Park, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Elka Park, NY

Average visibility in December - Elka Park, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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