December weather forecast
Deadhorse, AK

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Weather in December

December, the final chapter, remains within the grip of stern winter conditions. Deadhorse experiences a frigid climate with temperatures dawdling between minus 13.4°F (-10.3°C) and minus 4.2°F (-15.4°C). Snowfall covers the cityscape completely, creating a white Christmas stereotype. Daylight becomes an infrequent visitor, casting long shadows even during the day. The wind displays a singular tendency to die down despite freezing temperature steady at low waves.

Temperature

December brings a drop in Deadhorse's average high-temperature, falling from a frigid cold 7.9°F (-13.4°C) in November to a dangerously cold -4.2°F (-20.1°C). Throughout December, the nighttime temperature averages to -13.4°F (-25.2°C).

Humidity

January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 93%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January, April and December Rain falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 0.16" (4mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. In Deadhorse, in December, snow falls for 14.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.02" (26mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 122.8 snowfall days, and 10.24" (260mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

January through May, November and December, with an average ocean temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: In relation to swimming, the extreme cold, danger, and potential fatality of this situation are apparent. Without suitable insulated waterproof clothing, the onset of hypothermia is quick.

Daylight

June and December, with an average of 0h and 0min of daylight, are months with the shortest days.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 0.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February through April, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of -4.2°F (-20.1°C) and a low-temperature of -13.4°F (-25.2°C).

What are the most humid months?

January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 93%, are most humid months in Deadhorse.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Deadhorse, the average relative humidity in December is 93%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are January, April and December Rain falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 0.16" (4mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Deadhorse in December?

In December, the rain falls for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 0.16" (4mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Deadhorse, during December, snow falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

What months are the ocean coldest?

January through May, November and December, with an average ocean temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C), are months with the coldest seawater.

What is the water temperature in December in Deadhorse?

In December, the average ocean temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The months with the shortest days are June and December, with an average of 0h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Deadhorse have in December?

The average day length in December is 0h and 0min.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 0.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Deadhorse, Alaska.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 0.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

February through April, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Deadhorse, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Deadhorse, AK

Average temperature in December - Deadhorse, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: -4.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (51.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-7.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: -13.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (40.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-16.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Deadhorse, AK

Average pressure in December - Deadhorse, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Deadhorse, AK

Average wind speed in December - Deadhorse, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (9.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Deadhorse, AK

Average humidity in December - Deadhorse, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 93%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Deadhorse, AK

Average rainfall in December - Deadhorse, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.16"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (0.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, April and December (0.16").

Average rainfall days in December
Deadhorse, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Deadhorse, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Deadhorse, AK

Average snowfall in December - Deadhorse, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (1.81").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Deadhorse, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Deadhorse, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.2 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Deadhorse, AK

Average sea temperature in December - Deadhorse, AK
  • Average sea temperature in December: 28°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (36°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (28°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Deadhorse, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Deadhorse, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 0h and 0min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 12min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 0h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Deadhorse, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Deadhorse, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (14 days).

Average UV index in December
Deadhorse, AK

Average UV index in December - Deadhorse, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Deadhorse, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Deadhorse, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 76

The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 45).

Average visibility in December
Deadhorse, AK

Average visibility in December - Deadhorse, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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