December weather forecast
McCarthy, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in McCarthy, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 2.1°F (-16.6°C) and max 14°F (-10°C).

Temperature

As December takes hold, the average high-temperature is a still subzero cold 14°F (-10°C), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. During the month of December, McCarthy experiences a steady low-temperature average of 2.1°F (-16.6°C).

Humidity

January, March, April and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In McCarthy, in December, during 8.9 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 151.8 rainfall days, and 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 17.2 days and typically aggregates up to 9.37" (238mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 5h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:21 am and sunset at 3:20 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 9:48 am and sunset at 3:22 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in McCarthy is December, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in McCarthy. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in McCarthy?

The high-temperature during December is 14°F (-10°C) and the low-temperature is 2.1°F (-16.6°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January, March, April and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In McCarthy, in December, during 8.9 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 17.2 days and accumulates 9.37" (238mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In McCarthy, during December, snow falls for 17.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.37" (238mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 5h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 5h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 9:21 am and sunset at 3:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:48 am and sunset at 3:22 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?

In McCarthy, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
McCarthy, AK

Average temperature in December - McCarthy, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 14°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (56.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1°F).

Average pressure in December
McCarthy, AK

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.76"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
McCarthy, AK

Average wind speed in December - McCarthy, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (5.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
McCarthy, AK

Average humidity in December - McCarthy, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, March, April and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (66%).

Average rainfall in December
McCarthy, AK

Average rainfall in December - McCarthy, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
McCarthy, AK

Average rainfall days in December - McCarthy, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
McCarthy, AK

Average snowfall in December - McCarthy, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
McCarthy, AK

Average snowfall days in December - McCarthy, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 14h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
McCarthy, AK

Average sunshine days in December - McCarthy, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
McCarthy, AK

Average UV index in December - McCarthy, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
McCarthy, AK

Average cloud cover in December - McCarthy, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are March, May and June (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
McCarthy, AK

Average visibility in December - McCarthy, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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 (5mi).

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