December weather forecast
Meadow Lakes, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Meadow Lakes, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and 11.3°F (-11.5°C).

Temperature

December brings an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C), showing a slight difference from November's 24.8°F (-4°C). In Meadow Lakes, December is characterized by an average low-temperature of 11.3°F (-11.5°C), indicating a minor drop from daytime highs.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Meadow Lakes, during December, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 124.6 rainfall days, and 7.36" (187mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.6 days and accumulates 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 5h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 9:49 am and sunset at 3:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:16 am and sunset at 3:46 pm AKST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Meadow Lakes, the average high-temperature is 20.3°F (-6.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 11.3°F (-11.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Meadow Lakes, Alaska, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Meadow Lakes, in December, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 8.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Meadow Lakes, Alaska, in December, snow falls for 8.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 5h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Meadow Lakes have in December?

In Meadow Lakes, the average day length in December is 5h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 9:49 am and sunset at 3:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:16 am and sunset at 3:46 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Meadow Lakes, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (63.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Meadow Lakes, AK

Average pressure in December - Meadow Lakes, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.69"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.69"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Meadow Lakes, AK

Average wind speed in December - Meadow Lakes, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, November and December (4.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Meadow Lakes, AK

Average humidity in December - Meadow Lakes, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (65%).

Average rainfall in December
Meadow Lakes, AK

Average rainfall in December - Meadow Lakes, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (0.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
Meadow Lakes, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Meadow Lakes, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Meadow Lakes, AK

Average snowfall in December - Meadow Lakes, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Meadow Lakes, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Meadow Lakes, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Meadow Lakes, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Meadow Lakes, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 5h and 3min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h).

Average sunshine days in December
Meadow Lakes, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Meadow Lakes, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Meadow Lakes, AK

Average UV index in December - Meadow Lakes, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Meadow Lakes, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Meadow Lakes, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and May (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Meadow Lakes, AK

Average visibility in December - Meadow Lakes, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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