December weather forecast
Nelchina, AK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still an extremely cold month in Nelchina, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 8.1°F (-13.3°C) and -2.9°F (-19.4°C).

Temperature

The start of December sees the average high-temperature at an extremely cold 8.1°F (-13.3°C), showing little difference from November's 11.1°F (-11.6°C). December brings Nelchina a consistent average low-temperature of -2.9°F (-19.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Nelchina are March and December, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

In Nelchina, in December, during 11.1 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 165.3 rainfall days, and 17.99" (457mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 22.3 days and typically aggregates up to 14.49" (368mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 5h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:42 am and sunset at 3:30 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 10:09 am and sunset at 3:31 pm AKST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January, April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Nelchina. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 8.1°F (-13.3°C) and -2.9°F (-19.4°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Nelchina?

The months with the highest humidity are March and December, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 22.3 days and typically aggregates up to 14.49" (368mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 22.3 days. Throughout December, 14.49" (368mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 5h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Nelchina, the average day length in December is 5h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:42 am and sunset at 3:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:09 am and sunset at 3:31 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Nelchina?

In Nelchina, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Nelchina?

January, April, September 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 Nelchina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Nelchina, AK

Average temperature in December - Nelchina, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 8.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (57.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: -2.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-5.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Nelchina, AK

Average pressure in December - Nelchina, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.74"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.74"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Nelchina, AK

Average wind speed in December - Nelchina, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Nelchina, AK

Average humidity in December - Nelchina, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (64%).

Average rainfall in December
Nelchina, AK

Average rainfall in December - Nelchina, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Nelchina, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Nelchina, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Nelchina, AK

Average snowfall in December - Nelchina, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 14.49"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (14.49").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Nelchina, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Nelchina, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 22.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (22.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Nelchina, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Nelchina, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Nelchina, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (10.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Nelchina, AK

Average UV index in December - Nelchina, 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 January, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Nelchina, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Nelchina, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Nelchina, AK

Average visibility in December - Nelchina, 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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