December weather forecast
Elkton, TN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Elkton, Tennessee, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50°F (10°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

December is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C) in November to a cool 50°F (10°C). December brings an average low-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) to Elkton.

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Elkton, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Elkton, in December, during 13.4 rainfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 178.4 rainfall days, and 41.34" (1050mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Elkton are January through April, November and December. In Elkton, in December, during 1.9 snowfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Elkton, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.1 days and aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Elkton.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, in Elkton, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Elkton, Tennessee. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Elkton?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Elkton, is 50°F (10°C), while the average low-temperature is 36.7°F (2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Elkton?

The most humid month in Elkton is December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December in Elkton?

In December, the average relative humidity in Elkton is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Elkton?

In Elkton, Tennessee, in December, during 13.4 rainfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Elkton in December?

In Elkton, during December, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elkton?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Elkton, Tennessee, is 9h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Elkton?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elkton have in December?

In Elkton, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Elkton?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Elkton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Elkton, TN

Average temperature in December - Elkton, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 50°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Elkton, TN

Average pressure in December - Elkton, TN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Elkton, TN

Average wind speed in December - Elkton, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Elkton, TN

Average humidity in December - Elkton, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Elkton, TN

Average rainfall in December - Elkton, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.52").

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Average rainfall days in December
Elkton, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Elkton, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Elkton, TN

Average snowfall in December - Elkton, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Elkton, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Elkton, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elkton, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elkton, TN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Elkton, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Elkton, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Elkton, TN

Average UV index in December - Elkton, TN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Elkton, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Elkton, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Elkton, TN

Average visibility in December - Elkton, TN
  • 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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