Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
With December's arrival, Fairbanks sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from an icy 33.3°F (0.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 19.6°F (-6.9°C). The nighttime temperature, during December, averages of 8.2°F (-13.2°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 92%.Rainfall
In Fairbanks, in December, it is raining for 2.8 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fairbanks, Minnesota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.2 days and collects up to 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Fairbanks, Minnesota, are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Fairbanks. Snow falls for 17.4 days and accumulates 7.05" (179mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:27 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Fairbanks is 2.2h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Fairbanks. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in December in Fairbanks?
How many days does it rain in December in Fairbanks?
What is the snowiest month in Fairbanks?
How many days does it snow in December in Fairbanks?
What is the month with the shortest days in Fairbanks?
How many hours of daylight does Fairbanks have in December?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Fairbanks?
How long on average sun shines in December in Fairbanks?
When is the lowest UV index in Fairbanks?
How high is the UV index in December in Fairbanks?
Average temperature in December
Fairbanks, MN
- Average high temperature in December: 19.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 8.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°F).
Average pressure in December
Fairbanks, MN
- Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Fairbanks, MN
- Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).
Average humidity in December
Fairbanks, MN
- Average humidity in December: 92%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Fairbanks, MN
- Average rainfall in December: 1.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").
Average rainfall days in December
Fairbanks, MN
- Average rainfall days in December: 2.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Fairbanks, MN
- Average snowfall in December: 7.05"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.05").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Fairbanks, MN
- Average snowfall days in December: 17.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fairbanks, MN
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 2h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Fairbanks, MN
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Fairbanks, MN
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Fairbanks, MN
- Average cloud cover in December: 77
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in December
Fairbanks, MN
- Average visibility in December: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).
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