December weather forecastNuiqsut, AK
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Nuiqsut, is a dangerously cold month, with an average temperature varying between -13.9°F (-25.5°C) and -4.4°F (-20.2°C).Temperature
The onset of December entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a frigid cold 7.3°F (-13.7°C) in November to a dangerously cold -4.4°F (-20.2°C). Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of -13.9°F (-25.5°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 93%.Rainfall
In Nuiqsut, in December, it is raining for 1.1 days, with typically 0.35" (9mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Nuiqsut, during the entire year, the rain falls for 56 days and collects up to 5.75" (146mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. In Nuiqsut, in December, during 14.8 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Nuiqsut, there are 124.7 snowfall days, and 17.99" (457mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
June and December, with an average of 0h and 0min of daylight, are months with the shortest days.Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 0.3h of sunshine.UV index
February, March, May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Nuiqsut. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Nuiqsut, AK
- Average high temperature in December: -4.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (55.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-7.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: -13.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (42.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-16.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Nuiqsut, AK
- Average pressure in December: 29.99"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).
Average wind speed in December
Nuiqsut, AK
- Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.9mph).
Average humidity in December
Nuiqsut, AK
- Average humidity in December: 93%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Nuiqsut, AK
- Average rainfall in December: 0.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.2").
Average rainfall days in December
Nuiqsut, AK
- Average rainfall days in December: 1.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Nuiqsut, AK
- Average snowfall in December: 2.09"
The month with the highest snowfall is October (3.19").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Nuiqsut, AK
- Average snowfall days in December: 14.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.2 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Nuiqsut, AK
- Average daylight in December: 0h and 0min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 12min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in December: 0h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Nuiqsut, AK
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (11.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Nuiqsut, AK
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, May, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Nuiqsut, AK
- Average cloud cover in December: 75
The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 44).
Average visibility in December
Nuiqsut, AK
- Average visibility in December: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, November and December (4mi).
