December weather forecast
Eagle River, AK

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Weather in December

December, being the coldest month, sees temperatures typically hovering around freezing point. This month boasts about the highest snowfall of 5.98" (152mm) accumulating over nearly eleven days. The town of Eagle River gets decorated with a thick blanket of snow, invigorating a festive spirits. The icy wind gusts sweep over the snow-covered land, reinforcing the frosty weather. As December winds up, it commences a new year, starting off again with the familiar chilly January.

Temperature

The transition from November to December sees an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 21.6°F (-5.8°C), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. An average low-temperature of 12.6°F (-10.8°C) marks the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Eagle River, in December, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 147 rainfall days, and 13.27" (337mm) 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 10.9 days and accumulates 5.98" (152mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 9:46 am and sunset at 3:48 pm. On the last day of December, in Eagle River, sunrise is at 10:13 am and sunset at 3:49 pm AKST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Eagle River experiences an average high-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and a low-temperature of 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Eagle River, Alaska, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Eagle River, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.9 days and accumulates 5.98" (152mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Eagle River, in December, snow falls for 10.9 days, with typically accumulated 5.98" (152mm) 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?

In Eagle River, Alaska, the average day length in December is 5h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:46 am and sunset at 3:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:13 am and sunset at 3:49 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Eagle River, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Eagle River is 3.9h.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Eagle River, AK

Average temperature in December - Eagle River, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (63.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Eagle River, AK

Average pressure in December - Eagle River, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.69"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.69"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Eagle River, AK

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (4.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Eagle River, AK

Average humidity in December - Eagle River, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (65%).

Average rainfall in December
Eagle River, AK

Average rainfall in December - Eagle River, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Eagle River, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Eagle River, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Eagle River, AK

Average snowfall in December - Eagle River, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Eagle River, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Eagle River, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Eagle River, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Eagle River, 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 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Eagle River, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Eagle River, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Eagle River, AK

Average UV index in December - Eagle River, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Eagle River, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Eagle River, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are April, August and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Eagle River, AK

Average visibility in December - Eagle River, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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