December weather forecast
Elizabethtown, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elizabethtown, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.9°F (4.4°C) and 55.6°F (13.1°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a refreshing 62.1°F (16.7°C) in November to a mild 55.6°F (13.1°C). Elizabethtown's average low-temperature for the month of December records at a cold 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Elizabethtown, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Elizabethtown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.9 days and collects up to 37.24" (946mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Elizabethtown. In Elizabethtown, during December, snow falls for 0.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.2 snowfall days, and 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Elizabethtown.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Elizabethtown is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Elizabethtown?

In Elizabethtown, 55.6°F (13.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 39.9°F (4.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Elizabethtown?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Elizabethtown?

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Elizabethtown in December?

In December, in Elizabethtown, North Carolina, it is snowing for 0.1 days. Throughout December, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elizabethtown?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Elizabethtown?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Elizabethtown?

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Elizabethtown have in December?

In Elizabethtown, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Elizabethtown?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Elizabethtown, NC

Average temperature in December - Elizabethtown, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 55.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Elizabethtown, NC

Average pressure in December - Elizabethtown, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Elizabethtown, NC

Average wind speed in December - Elizabethtown, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Elizabethtown, NC

Average humidity in December - Elizabethtown, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Elizabethtown, NC

Average rainfall in December - Elizabethtown, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in December
Elizabethtown, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Elizabethtown, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Elizabethtown, NC

Average snowfall in December - Elizabethtown, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Elizabethtown, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Elizabethtown, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elizabethtown, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elizabethtown, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Elizabethtown, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Elizabethtown, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Elizabethtown, NC

Average UV index in December - Elizabethtown, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Elizabethtown, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Elizabethtown, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Elizabethtown, NC

Average visibility in December - Elizabethtown, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, August and September (5mi).

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