December weather forecast
Point Lay, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Point Lay, is also an arctic cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 3°F (-16.1°C) and -4.7°F (-20.4°C).

Temperature

Point Lay's transition into December involves a shift in temperature, receding from a freezing cold 15.8°F (-9°C) in November to a polar cold 3°F (-16.1°C). An average low-temperature of -4.7°F (-20.4°C) is witnessed throughout the month of December, a mere drop from the daytime peak.

Humidity

January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 93%, are the most humid months in Point Lay.

Rainfall

In Point Lay, in December, it is raining for 1.4 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Point Lay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 66.1 days and collects up to 8.19" (208mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In Point Lay, in December, snow falls for 13.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Point Lay, there are 96.3 snowfall days, and 15" (381mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

June and December, with an average of 0h and 0min of daylight, are months with the shortest days.

Sunshine

With an average of 0.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Point Lay in December?

December temperatures in Point Lay, Alaska, vary between a high-temperature of 3°F (-16.1°C) and a low-temperature of -4.7°F (-20.4°C).

What are the most humid months in Point Lay?

January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 93%, are most humid months in Point Lay, Alaska.

What is the average humidity in December in Point Lay?

The average relative humidity in December in Point Lay is 93%.

How many days does it rain in December in Point Lay?

In December, in Point Lay, the rain falls for 1.4 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Point Lay in December?

In December, in Point Lay, it is snowing for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated.

What are the months with the shortest days in Point Lay?

The months with the shortest days are June and December, with an average of 0h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Point Lay have in December?

The average day length in December in Point Lay, Alaska, is 0h and 0min.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Point Lay?

With an average of 0.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Point Lay, Alaska.

How long on average sun shines in December in Point Lay?

The average sunshine duration in December is 0.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Point Lay?

The months with the lowest UV index in Point Lay are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Point Lay?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Point Lay is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Point Lay, AK

Average temperature in December - Point Lay, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (49.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: -4.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (42.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Point Lay, AK

Average pressure in December - Point Lay, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.96"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and March (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.82"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Point Lay, AK

Average wind speed in December - Point Lay, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (15.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Point Lay, AK

Average humidity in December - Point Lay, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 93%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Point Lay, AK

Average rainfall in December - Point Lay, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Point Lay, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Point Lay, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Point Lay, AK

Average snowfall in December - Point Lay, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (2.68").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.04").

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Average snowfall days in December
Point Lay, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Point Lay, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.6 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Point Lay, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Point Lay, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 0h and 0min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 0min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 0h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Point Lay, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Point Lay, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Point Lay, AK

Average UV index in December - Point Lay, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 2).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Point Lay, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Point Lay, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 79

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 45).

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Average visibility in December
Point Lay, AK

Average visibility in December - Point Lay, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (5mi).

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