December weather forecast
Arctic Village, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Arctic Village, is also an arctic cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between -3.8°F (-19.9°C) and -16.1°F (-26.7°C).

Temperature

The onset of December marks an average high-temperature of a still arctic cold -3.8°F (-19.9°C), hardly differing from November's -0.4°F (-18°C). Arctic Village, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of -16.1°F (-26.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Arctic Village, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95.6 days and collects up to 9.17" (233mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. In Arctic Village, in December, during 12.3 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Arctic Village, Alaska, during the entire year, snow falls for 103.1 days and aggregates up to 26.02" (661mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Arctic Village, Alaska, the average length of the day in December is 0h and 20min.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Arctic Village, Alaska, is 0.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Arctic Village?

In Arctic Village, -3.8°F (-19.9°C) is the average high-temperature and -16.1°F (-26.7°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Arctic Village?

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Arctic Village?

In Arctic Village, in December, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Arctic Village in December?

In Arctic Village, Alaska, in December, during 12.3 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Arctic Village have in December?

The average day length in December in Arctic Village, Alaska, is 0h and 20min.

How many hours of sunshine does Arctic Village have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 0.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Arctic Village?

The months with the lowest UV index in Arctic Village are January, March, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Arctic Village?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Arctic Village is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Arctic Village, AK

Average temperature in December - Arctic Village, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: -3.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (61.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-5.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: -16.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-18°F).

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Average pressure in December
Arctic Village, AK

Average pressure in December - Arctic Village, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.8"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Arctic Village, AK

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and July (5.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Arctic Village, AK

Average humidity in December - Arctic Village, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (56%).

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Average rainfall in December
Arctic Village, AK

Average rainfall in December - Arctic Village, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in December
Arctic Village, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Arctic Village, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Arctic Village, AK

Average snowfall in December - Arctic Village, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is October (4.88").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Arctic Village, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Arctic Village, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is October (15.2 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Arctic Village, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Arctic Village, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 0h and 2min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 0h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Arctic Village, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Arctic Village, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Arctic Village, AK

Average UV index in December - Arctic Village, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, April, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Arctic Village, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Arctic Village, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are April, September and October (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in December
Arctic Village, AK

Average visibility in December - Arctic Village, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (4mi).

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