December weather forecast
Atqasuk, AK

Share

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Atqasuk, is also an arctic cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 1.6°F (-16.9°C) and min -6.3°F (-21.3°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frigid cold 13.5°F (-10.3°C) in November to a polar cold 1.6°F (-16.9°C). In December, Atqasuk's nighttime temperatures demonstrate a slight decrease, stabilizing at an average of -6.3°F (-21.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Atqasuk are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 94%.

Rainfall

In Atqasuk, in December, during 0.7 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Atqasuk, there are 66.3 rainfall days, and 7.99" (203mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In Atqasuk, during December, snow falls for 18.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Atqasuk, there are 134.6 snowfall days, and 19.88" (505mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

June and December, with an average of 0h and 0min of daylight, are months with the shortest days.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Atqasuk are July and December, with an average of 0.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Atqasuk in December?

In Atqasuk, 1.6°F (-16.9°C) is the average high-temperature and -6.3°F (-21.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the most humid month in Atqasuk?

January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 94%, are most humid months in Atqasuk, Alaska.

What is the average humidity in December in Atqasuk?

In December, the average relative humidity in Atqasuk, Alaska, is 94%.

How much does it rain in Atqasuk in December?

In December, in Atqasuk, the rain falls for 0.7 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Atqasuk?

In Atqasuk, Alaska, in December, during 18.4 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What are the months with the shortest days in Atqasuk?

The months with the shortest days in Atqasuk are June and December, with an average of 0h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Atqasuk have in December?

In Atqasuk, Alaska, the average day length in December is 0h and 0min.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Atqasuk?

The months with the least sunshine in Atqasuk are July and December, with an average of 0.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Atqasuk have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Atqasuk is 0.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Atqasuk?

January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Atqasuk?

In Atqasuk, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Atqasuk, AK

Average temperature in December - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 1.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (49.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: -6.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (40.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.3°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in December
Atqasuk, AK

Average pressure in December - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.84"Hg).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in December
Atqasuk, AK

Average wind speed in December - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (14.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (10.7mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in December
Atqasuk, AK

Average humidity in December - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 94%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in December
Atqasuk, AK

Average rainfall in December - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in December
Atqasuk, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 0.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.7 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in December
Atqasuk, AK

Average snowfall in December - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is October (3.43").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.08").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in December
Atqasuk, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (18.4 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.9 days).

[Resources]

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 0h and 0min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 0h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are July and December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in December
Atqasuk, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (9.6 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in December
Atqasuk, AK

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in December
Atqasuk, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 84

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 84).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

[Resources]

Average visibility in December
Atqasuk, AK

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (4mi).

[Resources]

Atqasuk, Alaska, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location