December weather forecast
Mountain Village, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mountain Village, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 5.9°F (-14.5°C) and 14.7°F (-9.6°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather reveals a slight temperature decrease, transitioning from a subzero cold 21.6°F (-5.8°C) in November to a still freezing cold 14.7°F (-9.6°C). Mountain Village's average temperature throughout the nights in December exhibits a minor decrease from daytime highs, stabilizing at an extreme cold 5.9°F (-14.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

Rainfall

In Mountain Village, during December, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. In Mountain Village, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.5 days and collects up to 15.75" (400mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Mountain Village, Alaska. In December, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is accumulated. In Mountain Village, Alaska, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.4 days and aggregates up to 22.72" (577mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Mountain Village is December, with an average of 5h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:51 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, in Mountain Village, sunrise is at 11:18 am and sunset at 4:38 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Mountain Village are March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Mountain Village?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Mountain Village, is 14.7°F (-9.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 5.9°F (-14.5°C).

What are the most humid months in Mountain Village?

January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 91%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Mountain Village?

In December, the average relative humidity in Mountain Village, Alaska, is 91%.

How much does it rain in Mountain Village in December?

In December, in Mountain Village, the rain falls for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Mountain Village in December?

In December, in Mountain Village, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mountain Village?

With an average of 5h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Mountain Village have in December?

In Mountain Village, Alaska, the average day length in December is 5h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Mountain Village?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:51 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mountain Village, sunrise is at 11:18 am and sunset at 4:38 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Mountain Village?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Mountain Village have in December?

In Mountain Village, Alaska, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Mountain Village?

The months with the lowest UV index in Mountain Village, Alaska, are March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Mountain Village?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Mountain Village, Alaska, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Mountain Village, AK

Average temperature in December - Mountain Village, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 14.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (61.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (11.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Mountain Village, AK

Average pressure in December - Mountain Village, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.67"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.91"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are October and December (29.67"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Mountain Village, AK

Average wind speed in December - Mountain Village, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Mountain Village, AK

Average humidity in December - Mountain Village, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (66%).

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Average rainfall in December
Mountain Village, AK

Average rainfall in December - Mountain Village, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.13").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and June (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in December
Mountain Village, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Mountain Village, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Mountain Village, AK

Average snowfall in December - Mountain Village, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Mountain Village, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Mountain Village, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mountain Village, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mountain Village, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Mountain Village, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Mountain Village, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Mountain Village, AK

Average UV index in December - Mountain Village, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Mountain Village, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Mountain Village, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 54).

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Average visibility in December
Mountain Village, AK

Average visibility in December - Mountain Village, 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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