December weather forecast
Ridgeway, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ridgeway, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.7°F (-7.4°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival shows an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C), hardly different from the previous month. In Ridgeway, the nocturnal temperatures throughout December show a marginal dip from the daytime averages, settling at a still subzero cold 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Ridgeway, Alaska, is 88%.

Rainfall

In Ridgeway, Alaska, in December, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ridgeway, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.2 days and collects up to 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ridgeway are January through May, September through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Ridgeway. Snow falls for 15.3 days and accumulates 9.45" (240mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Ridgeway, with an average of 5h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:45 am and sunset at 4:01 pm. On the last day of December, in Ridgeway, Alaska, sunrise is at 10:11 am and sunset at 4:04 pm AKST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine.

UV index

February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Ridgeway?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Ridgeway, is 25.7°F (-3.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ridgeway?

The average relative humidity in December in Ridgeway is 88%.

How much does it rain in Ridgeway in December?

In Ridgeway, in December, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Ridgeway?

The month with the most snowfall in Ridgeway is December, when snow falls for 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 9.45" (240mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Ridgeway in December?

In Ridgeway, in December, during 15.3 snowfall days, 9.45" (240mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ridgeway?

With an average of 5h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ridgeway.

How many hours of daylight does Ridgeway have in December?

In December, the average day length is 5h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Ridgeway?

On the first day of December in Ridgeway, sunrise is at 9:45 am and sunset at 4:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:11 am and sunset at 4:04 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ridgeway?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Ridgeway, Alaska, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Ridgeway have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Ridgeway is 2.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ridgeway?

February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Ridgeway.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Ridgeway?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Ridgeway, Alaska, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ridgeway, AK

Average temperature in December - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (65.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ridgeway, AK

Average pressure in December - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.64"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.64"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Ridgeway, AK

Average wind speed in December - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ridgeway, AK

Average humidity in December - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (65%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ridgeway, AK

Average rainfall in December - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ridgeway, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ridgeway, AK

Average snowfall in December - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ridgeway, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.3 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
Ridgeway, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 5h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ridgeway, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ridgeway, AK

Average UV index in December - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Ridgeway, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

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Average visibility in December
Ridgeway, AK

Average visibility in December - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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