December weather forecast
Elkins Park, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elkins Park, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.8°F (6°C) and 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) in November to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) is expected.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Elkins Park are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Elkins Park, in December, during 7.5 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Elkins Park, there are 122.4 rainfall days, and 12.68" (322mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Elkins Park, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Elkins Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.3 days and aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Elkins Park, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Elkins Park, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. 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 it in Elkins Park in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) and a low-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months in Elkins Park?

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Elkins Park.

What is the average humidity in December in Elkins Park?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in Elkins Park in December?

In Elkins Park, Pennsylvania, in December, during 7.5 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Elkins Park in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Elkins Park?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Elkins Park?

On the first day of December in Elkins Park, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elkins Park have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Elkins Park is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Elkins Park?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Elkins Park?

In Elkins Park, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Elkins Park, PA

Average temperature in December - Elkins Park, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Elkins Park, PA

Average pressure in December - Elkins Park, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Elkins Park, PA

Average wind speed in December - Elkins Park, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Elkins Park, PA

Average humidity in December - Elkins Park, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Elkins Park, PA

Average rainfall in December - Elkins Park, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in December
Elkins Park, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Elkins Park, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Elkins Park, PA

Average snowfall in December - Elkins Park, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Elkins Park, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Elkins Park, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.1 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
Elkins Park, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elkins Park, PA
  • 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Elkins Park, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Elkins Park, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Elkins Park, PA

Average UV index in December - Elkins Park, PA
  • 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
Elkins Park, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Elkins Park, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Elkins Park, PA

Average visibility in December - Elkins Park, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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