December weather forecast
New Igloo, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in New Igloo, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

Temperature

In New Igloo, entering December brings a temperature decrement, reducing from November's subzero cold 24.8°F (-4°C) to a still freezing cold 15.3°F (-9.3°C). Recording a slight drop from the daily maximum, New Igloo notes an average low temperature of 8.1°F (-13.3°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

In New Igloo, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In New Igloo, in December, it is raining for 1.9 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. In New Igloo, Alaska, during the entire year, the rain falls for 81.6 days and collects up to 16.77" (426mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In New Igloo, in December, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.7" (94mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 65.1 snowfall days, and 25" (635mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 3h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 11:35 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 12:09 pm and sunset at 3:58 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in New Igloo is 2.4h.

UV index

January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In New Igloo, in December, the average high-temperature is 15.3°F (-9.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In New Igloo, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in New Igloo in December?

In New Igloo, during December, the rain falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In New Igloo, in December, during 11.3 snowfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in New Igloo?

With an average of 3h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in New Igloo?

In New Igloo, Alaska, the average day length in December is 3h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 11:35 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 12:09 pm and sunset at 3:58 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in New Igloo are January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
New Igloo, AK

Average temperature in December - New Igloo, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 15.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (54.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 8.1°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).

Average pressure in December
New Igloo, AK

Average pressure in December - New Igloo, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.73"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (29.94"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.7"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
New Igloo, AK

Average wind speed in December - New Igloo, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8mph).

Average humidity in December
New Igloo, AK

Average humidity in December - New Igloo, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (76%).

Average rainfall in December
New Igloo, AK

Average rainfall in December - New Igloo, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
New Igloo, AK

Average rainfall days in December - New Igloo, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
New Igloo, AK

Average snowfall in December - New Igloo, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New Igloo, AK

Average snowfall days in December - New Igloo, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
New Igloo, AK

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
New Igloo, AK

Average sunshine days in December - New Igloo, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.6 days).

Average UV index in December
New Igloo, AK

Average UV index in December - New Igloo, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
New Igloo, AK

Average cloud cover in December - New Igloo, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in December
New Igloo, AK

Average visibility in December - New Igloo, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (5mi).

New Igloo, Alaska, USA

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