December weather - Winter 2024

Weather in December
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Average pressure in December
Average wind speed in December
Average humidity in December
Average rainfall in December
Average rainfall days in December
Average snowfall in December
Average snowfall days in December
Average daylight in December
Average sunshine in December
Average sunshine days in December
Average UV index in December
Average cloud cover in December
Average visibility in December

The front of the iconic county courthouse of Elko County in Nevada

Weather in December

December in Elko beams with holiday spirit paired with a chilling weather pattern. With high temperatures of about 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and lows averaging 17.4°F (-8.1°C), December is decidedly frosty. It is one of the months with the highest snowfall, amplifying the city’s winter wonderland charm. Christmas celebrations illuminate the city with dazzling light displays and festive cheer. Outdoor ice rinks become popular attractions as people throughout Elko embrace the winter activities and relish in the joy of the holiday season.

Temperature

In Elko, the lowest average temperatures are observed in December, with a high of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and a low of 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

Humidity

In Elko, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Elko, Nevada. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.5 days and accumulates 8.35" (212mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Elko, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:25 pm PST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.8h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Elko?

In Elko, December is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and a low of 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

How cold is December in Elko?

In December, in Elko, the average high-temperature is 31.6°F (-0.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Elko?

In December, the average relative humidity in Elko is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Elko?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Elko, Nevada. Rain falls for 7.2 days and accumulates 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Elko?

In Elko, during December, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Elko?

The month with the most snowfall in Elko is December, when snow falls for 12.5 days and typically aggregates up to 8.35" (212mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Elko in December?

In Elko, Nevada, in December, snow falls for 12.5 days, with typically accumulated 8.35" (212mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elko?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Elko is 9h and 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Elko?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elko, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:25 pm PST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elko have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Elko, Nevada, is 5.8h.

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

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Elko?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Elko is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

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December

Jan

Average high temperature

44.2°F 6.8°C

31.6°F -0.2°C

32.9°F 0.5°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

7mph 11.3km/h

6.7mph 10.8km/h

6.2mph 10km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

16.5

17.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Elko, NV

Average high temperature in December: 31.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (31.6°F).

Average low temperature in December: 17.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Elko, NV

Average pressure in December: 30.21"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.26"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Elko, NV

Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Elko, NV

Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (26%).

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Average rainfall in December
Elko, NV

Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
Elko, NV

Average rainfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Elko, NV

Average snowfall in December: 8.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Elko, NV

Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elko, NV

Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

Average sunshine in December: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Elko, NV

Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Elko, NV

Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Elko, NV

Average cloud cover in December: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in December
Elko, NV

Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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December weather forecast
Elko, NV

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