December weather forecast
Cooper Landing, AK

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The famous and partially frozen Kenai River during the winter, in Cooper Landing, Alaska
The famous and partially frozen Kenai River during the winter, in Cooper Landing, Alaska

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Cooper Landing, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 10.6°F (-11.9°C) and 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Temperature

Transitioning into December, Cooper Landing records an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 20.1°F (-6.6°C), almost identical to November's 23.9°F (-4.5°C). In December, Cooper Landing reports a consistent average low-temperature of 10.6°F (-11.9°C) during the nights.

Humidity

March and December, with an average relative humidity of 92%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.4 days and accumulates 6.02" (153mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 20.8 days and typically aggregates up to 24.06" (611mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 5h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:40 am and sunset at 3:57 pm. On the last day of December, in Cooper Landing, sunrise is at 10:06 am and sunset at 3:59 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 2.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and a low-temperature of 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity in Cooper Landing are March and December, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 92%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.4 days and typically aggregates up to 6.02" (153mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Cooper Landing, during December, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.02" (153mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 20.8 days and accumulates 24.06" (611mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Cooper Landing, in December, snow falls for 20.8 days, with typically accumulated 24.06" (611mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 5h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Cooper Landing have in December?

In Cooper Landing, the average day length in December is 5h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 9:40 am and sunset at 3:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:06 am and sunset at 3:59 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 2.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Cooper Landing have in December?

In Cooper Landing, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Cooper Landing?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Cooper Landing, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Cooper Landing, AK

Average temperature in December - Cooper Landing, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (58.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in December
Cooper Landing, AK

Average pressure in December - Cooper Landing, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.63"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.62"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Cooper Landing, AK

Average wind speed in December - Cooper Landing, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Cooper Landing, AK

Average humidity in December - Cooper Landing, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Cooper Landing, AK

Average rainfall in December - Cooper Landing, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 6.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (6.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Cooper Landing, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Cooper Landing, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cooper Landing, AK

Average snowfall in December - Cooper Landing, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 24.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (24.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cooper Landing, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Cooper Landing, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 20.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (20.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cooper Landing, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cooper Landing, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 5h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are May and July (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cooper Landing, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Cooper Landing, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (9.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (7 days).

Average UV index in December
Cooper Landing, AK

Average UV index in December - Cooper Landing, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Cooper Landing, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Cooper Landing, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 54).

Average visibility in December
Cooper Landing, AK

Average visibility in December - Cooper Landing, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The month with the highest visibility is June (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (4mi).

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