December weather forecast
Arctic Village, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Arctic Village, is still a polar cold month, with an average temperature varying between -3.8°F (-19.9°C) and -16.1°F (-26.7°C).

Temperature

The transition into December reveals an average high-temperature of a still polar cold -3.8°F (-19.9°C), mirroring a close resemblance to November. Arctic Village's average low-temperature is measured at a dangerously cold -16.1°F (-26.7°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Arctic Village, during December, the rain falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 95.6 rainfall days, and 9.17" (233mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall. In Arctic Village, in December, snow falls for 12.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) of snow. In Arctic Village, during the entire year, snow falls for 103.1 days and aggregates up to 26.02" (661mm) of snow.

Daylight

In December, the average length of the day is 0h and 20min.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 0.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures in Arctic Village, Alaska, vary between a high-temperature of -3.8°F (-19.9°C) and a low-temperature of -16.1°F (-26.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Arctic Village, in December, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Arctic Village, in December, snow falls for 12.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 0h and 20min.

How many hours of sunshine does Arctic Village have in December?

In Arctic Village, the average sunshine duration in December is 0.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Arctic Village, AK

Average temperature in December - Arctic Village, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: -3.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (61.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-5.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: -16.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-18°F).

Average pressure in December
Arctic Village, AK

Average pressure in December - Arctic Village, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.8"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Arctic Village, AK

Average wind speed in December - Arctic Village, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and July (5.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Arctic Village, AK

Average humidity in December - Arctic Village, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (56%).

Average rainfall in December
Arctic Village, AK

Average rainfall in December - Arctic Village, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Arctic Village, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Arctic Village, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Arctic Village, AK

Average snowfall in December - Arctic Village, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is October (4.88").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Arctic Village, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Arctic Village, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is October (15.2 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Arctic Village, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Arctic Village, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 0h and 2min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 0h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Arctic Village, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Arctic Village, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Arctic Village, AK

Average UV index in December - Arctic Village, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, April, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Arctic Village, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Arctic Village, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are April, September and October (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Arctic Village, AK

Average visibility in December - Arctic Village, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (4mi).

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