December weather forecast
Harding Lake, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Harding Lake, is still an extremely cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 6.4°F (-14.2°C) and -4.2°F (-20.1°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a slight temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a frigid cold 12°F (-11.1°C) in November to an extremely cold 6.4°F (-14.2°C). During December, Harding Lake records a consistent average nighttime temperature of -4.2°F (-20.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Harding Lake is 90%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 105.3 rainfall days, and 10.16" (258mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Harding Lake, in December, during 13.4 snowfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Harding Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 85.5 days and aggregates up to 28.27" (718mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 4h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 10:11 am and sunset at 3:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:43 am and sunset at 2:58 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Harding Lake experiences an average high-temperature of 6.4°F (-14.2°C) and a low-temperature of -4.2°F (-20.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Harding Lake, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Harding Lake, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Harding Lake, in December, snow falls for 13.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 4h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Harding Lake have in December?

In December, the average day length is 4h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:11 am and sunset at 3:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:43 am and sunset at 2:58 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Harding Lake have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Harding Lake?

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

Average temperature in December - Harding Lake, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (71.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: -4.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Harding Lake, AK

Average pressure in December - Harding Lake, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.86"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.77"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Harding Lake, AK

Average wind speed in December - Harding Lake, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (5.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Harding Lake, AK

Average humidity in December - Harding Lake, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (56%).

Average rainfall in December
Harding Lake, AK

Average rainfall in December - Harding Lake, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Harding Lake, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Harding Lake, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Harding Lake, AK

Average snowfall in December - Harding Lake, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (6.3").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Harding Lake, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Harding Lake, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (14.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Harding Lake, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Harding Lake, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Harding Lake, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Harding Lake, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and October (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Harding Lake, AK

Average UV index in December - Harding Lake, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Harding Lake, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Harding Lake, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are March and November (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Harding Lake, AK

Average visibility in December - Harding Lake, 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, April, November and December (4mi).

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