December weather forecast
Deering, AK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still an extremely cold month in Deering, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 9.9°F (-12.3°C) and 1.4°F (-17°C).

Temperature

In Deering, the average high-temperature in December gently drops from a freezing cold 18°F (-7.8°C) in November to a frigid cold 9.9°F (-12.3°C). In Deering, the month of December brings a consistent average low-temperature of 1.4°F (-17°C), slightly cooler than its daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 91%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Deering, during the entire year, the rain falls for 74.6 days and collects up to 6.69" (170mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Deering, in December, snow falls for 9.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 85.7 snowfall days, and 15.79" (401mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 3h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 11:42 am and sunset at 3:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 12:20 pm and sunset at 3:28 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 1.7h.

UV index

March, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

Deering in December has an average high-temperature of 9.9°F (-12.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 1.4°F (-17°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Deering, the average relative humidity in December is 91%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Deering, during December, the rain falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Deering, in December, snow falls for 9.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Deering?

With an average of 3h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Deering.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Deering, the average day length in December is 3h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 11:42 am and sunset at 3:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 12:20 pm and sunset at 3:28 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Deering, the average sunshine duration in December is 1.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Deering, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Deering, AK

Average temperature in December - Deering, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 9.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 1.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-1.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Deering, AK

Average pressure in December - Deering, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.79"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (29.95"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.75"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Deering, AK

Average wind speed in December - Deering, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Deering, AK

Average humidity in December - Deering, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and March (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Deering, AK

Average rainfall in December - Deering, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.1").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, May and June (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
Deering, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Deering, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Deering, AK

Average snowfall in December - Deering, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Deering, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Deering, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Deering, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the longest days is July (Average daylight: 20h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Deering, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Deering, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Deering, AK

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Deering, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Deering, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in December
Deering, AK

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

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

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