December weather forecastWainwright, AK
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a polar 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 in December demonstrates a small temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of an extreme cold 13.5°F (-10.3°C) in November to a polar cold 1.6°F (-16.9°C). The December nights show a slight decrease to a mean low-temperature 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.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 0.7 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Wainwright, during the entire year, the rain falls for 66.3 days and collects up to 7.99" (203mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Wainwright are January through December. In Wainwright, in December, during 18.4 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Wainwright, during the entire year, snow falls for 134.6 days and aggregates up to 19.88" (505mm) of snow.Daylight
The months with the shortest days are June and December, with an average of 0h and 0min of daylight.Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine are July and December, with an average of 0.4h of sunshine.UV index
January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
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 24min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
