December weather forecast
Lake Minchumina, AK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an arctic cold month in Lake Minchumina, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between min -4.9°F (-20.5°C) and max 4.1°F (-15.5°C).

Temperature

Lake Minchumina's weather in December involves a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down slightly from November's extreme cold 10.9°F (-11.7°C) to a polar cold 4.1°F (-15.5°C). Lake Minchumina records a mild decrease in temperature during the nights of December, averaging a life-threatening cold -4.9°F (-20.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 94%.

Rainfall

In Lake Minchumina, during December, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation. In Lake Minchumina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117 days and collects up to 10.87" (276mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Lake Minchumina, in December, during 15.5 snowfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Lake Minchumina, during the entire year, snow falls for 98.6 days and aggregates up to 19.09" (485mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Lake Minchumina is December, with an average of 4h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:26 am and sunset at 3:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 10:56 am and sunset at 3:28 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Lake Minchumina is December, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, October through 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 rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 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. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Lake Minchumina, in December, the average high-temperature is 4.1°F (-15.5°C), and the average low-temperature is -4.9°F (-20.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lake Minchumina?

In Lake Minchumina, the average relative humidity in December is 94%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Lake Minchumina, during December, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 15.5 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 4h and 30min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 4h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:26 am and sunset at 3:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:56 am and sunset at 3:28 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

February, March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Lake Minchumina.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average temperature in December - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 4.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (68.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (0.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: -4.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Lake Minchumina, AK

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.92"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.75"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average wind speed in December - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average humidity in December - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 94%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (95%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (61%).

Average rainfall in December
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average rainfall in December - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average snowfall in December - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (16.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Lake Minchumina, AK

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in December
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average visibility in December - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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