December weather forecast
Elkton, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elkton, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and an average low of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) to an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C). Elkton records a steady low-temperature average of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Elkton, Ohio, is 84%.

Rainfall

In Elkton, Ohio, during December, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. In Elkton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.8 days and collects up to 20" (508mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Elkton. In Elkton, during December, snow falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Elkton, there are 58.3 snowfall days, and 12.76" (324mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Elkton, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Elkton, Ohio, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Elkton?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Elkton, is 38.3°F (3.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Elkton?

The average relative humidity in December in Elkton is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Elkton?

In Elkton, in December, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Elkton?

In Elkton, Ohio, in December, during 11.5 snowfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elkton?

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

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

In Elkton, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Elkton?

On the first day of December in Elkton, Ohio, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elkton have in December?

In Elkton, Ohio, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Elkton?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Elkton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Elkton, OH

Average temperature in December - Elkton, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Elkton, OH

Average pressure in December - Elkton, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Elkton, OH

Average wind speed in December - Elkton, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Elkton, OH

Average humidity in December - Elkton, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Elkton, OH

Average rainfall in December - Elkton, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in December
Elkton, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Elkton, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Elkton, OH

Average snowfall in December - Elkton, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Elkton, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Elkton, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 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
Elkton, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elkton, OH
  • 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: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Elkton, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Elkton, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Elkton, OH

Average UV index in December - Elkton, OH
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Elkton, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Elkton, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Elkton, OH

Average visibility in December - Elkton, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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