December weather forecast
Point MacKenzie, AK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Point MacKenzie, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.7°F (-5.7°C) and 13.8°F (-10.1°C).

Temperature

Point MacKenzie's shift into December is marked by a subtle change to a still freezing cold 21.7°F (-5.7°C) from November's 26.4°F (-3.1°C) in temperature. Point MacKenzie's nights throughout December are marked by an average low temperature of 13.8°F (-10.1°C), a minor drop from the day's high.

Humidity

In Point MacKenzie, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Point MacKenzie, during December, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 137.5 rainfall days, and 11.97" (304mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.2 days and accumulates 5.67" (144mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 5h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 9:48 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:15 am and sunset at 3:51 pm AKST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 21.7°F (-5.7°C) and 13.8°F (-10.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Point MacKenzie, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Point MacKenzie, in December, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.2 days and accumulates 5.67" (144mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Point MacKenzie, Alaska, during December, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.67" (144mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Point MacKenzie have in December?

In December, the average day length is 5h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:48 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:15 am and sunset at 3:51 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Point MacKenzie is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Point MacKenzie?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Point MacKenzie, AK

Average temperature in December - Point MacKenzie, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (64.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Point MacKenzie, AK

Average pressure in December - Point MacKenzie, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.68"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.68"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Point MacKenzie, AK

Average wind speed in December - Point MacKenzie, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (4.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Point MacKenzie, AK

Average humidity in December - Point MacKenzie, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (64%).

Average rainfall in December
Point MacKenzie, AK

Average rainfall in December - Point MacKenzie, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.77").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and May (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Point MacKenzie, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Point MacKenzie, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Point MacKenzie, AK

Average snowfall in December - Point MacKenzie, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Point MacKenzie, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Point MacKenzie, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Point MacKenzie, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Point MacKenzie, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Point MacKenzie, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Point MacKenzie, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Point MacKenzie, AK

Average UV index in December - Point MacKenzie, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Point MacKenzie, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Point MacKenzie, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Point MacKenzie, AK

Average visibility in December - Point MacKenzie, 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).

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