December weather forecast
Wainwright, AK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an arctic cold month in Wainwright, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 1.6°F (-16.9°C) and -6.3°F (-21.3°C).

Temperature

Wainwright observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's extreme cold 13.5°F (-10.3°C) to a polar cold 1.6°F (-16.9°C). Wainwright maintains a minor drop in temperature during December nights, with averages of -6.3°F (-21.3°C).

Humidity

January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 94%, are the most humid months in Wainwright.

Rainfall

In Wainwright, Alaska, in December, it is raining for 0.7 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Wainwright, during the entire year, the rain falls for 66.3 days and collects up to 7.99" (203mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall in Wainwright. In December, in Wainwright, Alaska, it is snowing for 18.4 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated. In Wainwright, during the entire year, snow falls for 134.6 days and aggregates up to 19.88" (505mm) of snow.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

July and December, with an average of 0.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Wainwright in December?

During December, Wainwright experiences an average high-temperature of 1.6°F (-16.9°C) and a low-temperature of -6.3°F (-21.3°C).

What are the most humid months in Wainwright?

The months with the highest humidity in Wainwright are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 94%.

What is the average humidity in December in Wainwright?

The average relative humidity in December in Wainwright is 94%.

How many days does it rain in December in Wainwright?

In Wainwright, Alaska, in December, it is raining for 0.7 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Wainwright in December?

In December, it is snowing for 18.4 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated.

What are the months with the shortest days in Wainwright?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Wainwright is 0h and 0min.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Wainwright?

July and December, with an average of 0.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Wainwright have in December?

In Wainwright, the average sunshine duration in December is 0.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Wainwright?

January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Wainwright.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Wainwright?

In Wainwright, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Wainwright, AK

Average temperature in December - Wainwright, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 1.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (49.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: -6.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (40.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Wainwright, AK

Average pressure in December - Wainwright, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 30.01"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).

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Average wind speed in December
Wainwright, AK

Average wind speed in December - Wainwright, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (14.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (10.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Wainwright, AK

Average humidity in December - Wainwright, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 94%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Wainwright, AK

Average rainfall in December - Wainwright, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in December
Wainwright, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Wainwright, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 0.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Wainwright, AK

Average snowfall in December - Wainwright, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is October (3.43").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.08").

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Average snowfall days in December
Wainwright, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Wainwright, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (18.4 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.9 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 24min).
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: 5h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are July and December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Wainwright, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Wainwright, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Wainwright, AK

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Wainwright, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Wainwright, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 84

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 84).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

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Average visibility in December
Wainwright, AK

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

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

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