December weather forecast
Newhalen, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Newhalen, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 14.4°F (-9.8°C) and max 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Temperature

Newhalen records an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C) as December arrives, nearly mirroring the previous month's climate. Newhalen sees a minor drop to an average minimum temperature of 14.4°F (-9.8°C) during the night in the month of December.

Humidity

February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Newhalen, during December, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. 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. The month with the most snowfall in Newhalen, Alaska, is December, when snow falls for 14.7 days and typically aggregates up to 9.33" (237mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 6h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Newhalen, 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

With an average of 3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Newhalen.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Newhalen is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Newhalen in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Newhalen, Alaska, are 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and 14.4°F (-9.8°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months in Newhalen?

The months with the highest humidity are February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in December in Newhalen?

In December, the average relative humidity in Newhalen, Alaska, is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Newhalen?

In Newhalen, during December, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Newhalen?

The month with the most snowfall in Newhalen, Alaska, is December, when snow falls for 14.7 days and typically aggregates up to 9.33" (237mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Newhalen?

In December, in Newhalen, Alaska, it is snowing for 14.7 days. Throughout December, 9.33" (237mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Newhalen?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 6h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Newhalen?

The average day length in December in Newhalen is 6h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Newhalen?

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.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Newhalen?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Newhalen have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Newhalen, Alaska, is 3h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Newhalen?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Newhalen, Alaska, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Newhalen, AK

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).

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Average pressure in December
Newhalen, AK

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Newhalen, AK

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).

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Average humidity in December
Newhalen, AK

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Newhalen, AK

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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Newhalen, AK

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).

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Average snowfall in December
Newhalen, AK

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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Newhalen, AK

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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Newhalen, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Newhalen, AK

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).

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Average UV index in December
Newhalen, AK

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Newhalen, AK

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).

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Average visibility in December
Newhalen, AK

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).

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