December weather forecast
Circle, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Circle, is still a polar cold month, with an average temperature varying between -3.1°F (-19.5°C) and -15°F (-26.1°C).

Temperature

As November makes way for December, Circle's average high-temperature eases from an extreme cold 5°F (-15°C) to a polar cold -3.1°F (-19.5°C). In the month of December, an average of -15°F (-26.1°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

In Circle, the average relative humidity in December is 95%.

Rainfall

In Circle, in December, during 2.6 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Circle, during the entire year, the rain falls for 82.8 days and collects up to 7.17" (182mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Circle, in December, during 14.4 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Circle, during the entire year, snow falls for 102.7 days and aggregates up to 21.34" (542mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 3h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 10:22 am and sunset at 2:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:59 am and sunset at 2:19 pm AKST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are -3.1°F (-19.5°C) and -15°F (-26.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 95%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 2.6 days. Throughout December, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Circle, in December, during 14.4 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 3h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Circle have in December?

In Circle, Alaska, the average day length in December is 3h and 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:22 am and sunset at 2:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:59 am and sunset at 2:19 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 1.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Circle is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Circle, AK

Average temperature in December - Circle, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: -3.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: -15°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Circle, AK

Average pressure in December - Circle, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.02"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.78"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Circle, AK

Average wind speed in December - Circle, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 2.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (2.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Circle, AK

Average humidity in December - Circle, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 95%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (96%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (49%).

Average rainfall in December
Circle, AK

Average rainfall in December - Circle, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Circle, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Circle, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Circle, AK

Average snowfall in December - Circle, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Circle, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Circle, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Circle, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the longest days is July (Average daylight: 20h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Circle, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Circle, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Circle, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Circle, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Circle, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Circle, AK

Average visibility in December - Circle, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 2mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (2mi).

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