December weather forecastNewhalen, AK
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Newhalen, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and 14.4°F (-9.8°C).Temperature
The average high-temperature for December is a still subzero cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C), closely aligning with the temperature of the preceding month. Newhalen's average low temperature, barely cooler than the daytime high, steadies at a still subzero cold 14.4°F (-9.8°C) during December.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Newhalen are February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%.Rainfall
In Newhalen, in December, during 8.7 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Newhalen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.8 days and collects up to 21.54" (547mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.7 days and accumulates 9.33" (237mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 6h and 6min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 9:53 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:19 am and sunset at 4:26 pm AKST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 3h of sunshine.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Newhalen is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Newhalen, AK
- Average high temperature in December: 22.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 14.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Newhalen, AK
- Average pressure in December: 29.64"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.95"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.64"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Newhalen, AK
- Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (7.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Newhalen, AK
- Average humidity in December: 87%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Newhalen, AK
- Average rainfall in December: 2.09"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").
Average rainfall days in December
Newhalen, AK
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Newhalen, AK
- Average snowfall in December: 9.33"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Newhalen, AK
- Average snowfall days in December: 14.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Newhalen, AK
- Average daylight in December: 6h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Newhalen, AK
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (9.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Newhalen, 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 November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Newhalen, AK
- Average cloud cover in December: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 50).
Average visibility in December
Newhalen, AK
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March and December (5mi).
