Elko Weather in December

What's the weather like in Elko (Nevada) in December 2024?

The climate in Elko during December can be summarized as cold and reasonably dry.

December is in the winter in Elko and is typically the 2nd coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a freezing 3°C (38°F), whilst at night -10°C (14°F) is normal.

Elko weather averages (imperial / metric)
Daytime temperature 3.3°C 37.9°F
Nightly temperature -10.1°C 13.9°F
Average temperature -3.4°C 25.9°F
Daily sunshine 5.7 hrs
Avg rainfall 32 mm 1.3 ins
Rainy days 8 days
Sea temperature 11.6°C 53°F
Humidity 70%
Windspeed 14.8kph 9 mph

On average December is the 2nd wettest month of the year in Elko with around 32mm 1.3 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 8 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 5.7 hours of sunshine per day.

December temperatures in Elko

Elko average temperature in December

December rainfall

Elko average rain in December

December hourly sunshine

Elko average rain in December

The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in Elko in December 2024.