December weather forecast
Elkland, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elkland, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) in November to a cold 34.5°F (1.4°C). In December, Elkland's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) during the night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Elkland is 85%.

Rainfall

In Elkland, during December, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Elkland, Pennsylvania, there are 168.3 rainfall days, and 28.19" (716mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Elkland, Pennsylvania, are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 16.2 days. Throughout December, 6.02" (153mm) of snow is accumulated. In Elkland, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, snow falls for 80.4 days and aggregates up to 33.03" (839mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Elkland, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Elkland in December?

December temperatures in Elkland, Pennsylvania, vary between a high-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and a low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Elkland?

The average relative humidity in December in Elkland is 85%.

How much does it rain in Elkland in December?

In Elkland, during December, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Elkland in December?

In Elkland, Pennsylvania, during December, snow falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.02" (153mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elkland?

December has the shortest days of the year in Elkland, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Elkland have in December?

In December, the average day length in Elkland, Pennsylvania, is 9h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Elkland?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Elkland?

January, February and December, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Elkland.

How long on average sun shines in December in Elkland?

In Elkland, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.1h.

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

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Elkland.

What is the UV index reading in December in Elkland?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Elkland is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Elkland, PA

Average temperature in December - Elkland, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Elkland, PA

Average pressure in December - Elkland, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Elkland, PA

Average wind speed in December - Elkland, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Elkland, PA

Average humidity in December - Elkland, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and June (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Elkland, PA

Average rainfall in December - Elkland, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in December
Elkland, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Elkland, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Elkland, PA

Average snowfall in December - Elkland, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Elkland, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Elkland, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.8 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
Elkland, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elkland, PA
  • 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: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Elkland, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Elkland, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Elkland, PA

Average UV index in December - Elkland, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Elkland, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Elkland, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in December
Elkland, PA

Average visibility in December - Elkland, PA
  • 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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