December weather forecast
Northway Junction, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Northway Junction, is still a polar cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of -7.6°F (-22°C) and an average high of 2.3°F (-16.5°C).

Temperature

December implies a soft temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's frigid cold 9°F (-12.8°C) to a polar cold 2.3°F (-16.5°C). Northway Junction's nighttime temperature during December is consistently averaged at a life-threatening cold -7.6°F (-22°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 92%.

Rainfall

In Northway Junction, during December, the rain falls for 1.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 82.1 rainfall days, and 7.56" (192mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, August through December. In Northway Junction, during December, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of snow. In Northway Junction, during the entire year, snow falls for 84.1 days and aggregates up to 17.28" (439mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 4h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:33 am and sunset at 2:59 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 10:02 am and sunset at 2:58 pm AKST.

Sunshine

With an average of 1.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

February, March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Northway Junction, 2.3°F (-16.5°C) is the average high-temperature and -7.6°F (-22°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 92%.

How much does it rain in Northway Junction in December?

In Northway Junction, during December, the rain falls for 1.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Northway Junction, in December, during 11.2 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 4h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Northway Junction.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Northway Junction, the average day length in December is 4h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:33 am and sunset at 2:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:02 am and sunset at 2:58 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Northway Junction?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 1.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 1.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

February, March, November and 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Northway Junction, AK

Average temperature in December - Northway Junction, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 2.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (69.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: -7.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Northway Junction, AK

Average pressure in December - Northway Junction, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.89"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.78"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Northway Junction, AK

Average wind speed in December - Northway Junction, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 3.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (3.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Northway Junction, AK

Average humidity in December - Northway Junction, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 92%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (53%).

Average rainfall in December
Northway Junction, AK

Average rainfall in December - Northway Junction, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Northway Junction, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Northway Junction, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Northway Junction, AK

Average snowfall in December - Northway Junction, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June and July (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Northway Junction, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Northway Junction, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Northway Junction, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Northway Junction, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 13h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Northway Junction, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Northway Junction, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Northway Junction, AK

Average UV index in December - Northway Junction, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Northway Junction, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Northway Junction, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The months with the most cloud cover are March and November (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Northway Junction, AK

Average visibility in December - Northway Junction, 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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