December weather forecast
Elmhurst, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Elmhurst, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.2°F (1.2°C) and an average high of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Elmhurst sees a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) to a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). Elmhurst's temperature during December nights registers a minor decrease to an average low of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Elmhurst are February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In December, in Elmhurst, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Elmhurst, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.8 days and collects up to 6.73" (171mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall in Elmhurst are February, March and December, with an average 0.16" (4mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Elmhurst, New York, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, in Elmhurst, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Elmhurst is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Elmhurst?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Elmhurst, is 42.4°F (5.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 34.2°F (1.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Elmhurst?

February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are most humid months in Elmhurst, New York.

What is the average humidity in December in Elmhurst?

In December, the average relative humidity in Elmhurst, New York, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Elmhurst?

In Elmhurst, during December, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Elmhurst?

The months with the most snowfall in Elmhurst are February, March and December, with an average 0.16" (4mm) of accumulated snow.

When does it start to snow in Elmhurst?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elmhurst?

December has the shortest days of the year in Elmhurst, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Elmhurst have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Elmhurst?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elmhurst, New York, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:38 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elmhurst have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Elmhurst?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Elmhurst?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Elmhurst, New York, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Elmhurst, NY

Average temperature in December - Elmhurst, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Elmhurst, NY

Average pressure in December - Elmhurst, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"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
Elmhurst, NY

Average wind speed in December - Elmhurst, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Elmhurst, NY

Average humidity in December - Elmhurst, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Elmhurst, NY

Average rainfall in December - Elmhurst, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.75").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in December
Elmhurst, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Elmhurst, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Elmhurst, NY

Average snowfall in December - Elmhurst, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The months with the highest snowfall are February, March and December (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Elmhurst, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Elmhurst, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elmhurst, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elmhurst, NY
  • 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Elmhurst, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Elmhurst, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (24 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Elmhurst, NY

Average UV index in December - Elmhurst, NY
  • 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Elmhurst, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Elmhurst, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Elmhurst, NY

Average visibility in December - Elmhurst, NY
  • 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).

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