December weather forecast
Copper Center, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Copper Center, is still an extremely cold month, with an average temperature varying between 11.5°F (-11.4°C) and 0.9°F (-17.3°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings with it an average high-temperature of an extremely cold 11.5°F (-11.4°C), showing a negligible variation from the month before. December brings an average low-temperature of 0.9°F (-17.3°C) to Copper Center.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

In Copper Center, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Copper Center, there are 81.1 rainfall days, and 5.71" (145mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.2 days and accumulates 4.57" (116mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 5h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:35 am and sunset at 3:25 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 10:03 am and sunset at 3:25 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 11.5°F (-11.4°C) and 0.9°F (-17.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Copper Center, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Copper Center, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.2 days and accumulates 4.57" (116mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Copper Center, in December, during 11.2 snowfall days, 4.57" (116mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 5h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 5h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:35 am and sunset at 3:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:03 am and sunset at 3:25 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Copper Center, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Copper Center, AK

Average temperature in December - Copper Center, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 11.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (67.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 0.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-1.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Copper Center, AK

Average pressure in December - Copper Center, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.78"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.95"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September, October, November and December (29.78"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Copper Center, AK

Average wind speed in December - Copper Center, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Copper Center, AK

Average humidity in December - Copper Center, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (57%).

Average rainfall in December
Copper Center, AK

Average rainfall in December - Copper Center, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (0.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Copper Center, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Copper Center, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Copper Center, AK

Average snowfall in December - Copper Center, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Copper Center, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Copper Center, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Copper Center, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Copper Center, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 14h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Copper Center, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Copper Center, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (17.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Copper Center, AK

Average UV index in December - Copper Center, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Copper Center, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Copper Center, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Copper Center, AK

Average visibility in December - Copper Center, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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