December weather forecast
Carcross, Canada

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Carcross, is still an extremely cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of -11.2°C (11.8°F) and an average low of -16.9°C (1.6°F).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's subzero cold -7.5°C (18.5°F) to an extremely cold -11.2°C (11.8°F). Carcross, in December, observes a steady average low-temperature of -16.9°C (1.6°F).

Humidity

In Carcross, the average relative humidity in December is 93%.

Rainfall

In Carcross, in December, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 13mm (0.51") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 125.2 rainfall days, and 255mm (10.04") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Carcross are January through May, August through December. In Carcross, in December, during 18.1 snowfall days, 100mm (3.94") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 120.3 snowfall days, and 768mm (30.24") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Carcross, with an average of 6h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Carcross, sunrise is at 9:36 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:02 am and sunset at 4:01 pm PST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Carcross are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Carcross?
December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of -11.2°C (11.8°F) and a low-temperature of -16.9°C (1.6°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Carcross?
In December, the average relative humidity is 93%.
How many days does it rain in December in Carcross?
In December, in Carcross, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout December, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is accumulated.
How much does it snow in Carcross in December?
In Carcross, in December, snow falls for 18.1 days, with typically accumulated 100mm (3.94") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Carcross?
December has the shortest days of the year in Carcross, Canada, with an average of 6h and 0min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Carcross have in December?
In December, the average day length in Carcross, Canada, is 5h and 59min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Carcross?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:36 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Carcross, sunrise is at 10:02 am and sunset at 4:01 pm PST.
How many hours of sunshine does Carcross have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December in Carcross, Canada, is 3h.
When is the lowest UV index in Carcross?
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Carcross.
What is the UV index reading in December in Carcross?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Carcross is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Carcross, Canada
  • Average high temperature in December: -11.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-11.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -16.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (6.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-17.5°C).

Average pressure in December
Carcross, Canada
  • Average pressure in December: 1013.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1016.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Carcross, Canada
  • Average wind speed in December: 9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (9.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (8.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Carcross, Canada
  • Average humidity in December: 93%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (58%).

Average rainfall in December
Carcross, Canada
  • Average rainfall in December: 13mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (39mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (12mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Carcross, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Carcross, Canada
  • Average snowfall in December: 100mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (148mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June and July (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Carcross, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (19.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Carcross, Canada
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Carcross, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Carcross, Canada
  • 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 January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Carcross, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Carcross, Canada
  • Average visibility in December: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (6km).

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