December weather forecast
Dime Landing, AK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still an extremely cold month in Dime Landing, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between min 1.4°F (-17°C) and max 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

Temperature

The advent of December brings a slight shift in average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 18°F (-7.8°C) in November to a frigid cold 9.9°F (-12.3°C). Dime Landing registers an average low-temperature of 1.4°F (-17°C) throughout December, a modest decrease from its daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 91%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dime Landing, during the entire year, the rain falls for 74.6 days and collects up to 6.69" (170mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Dime Landing, during December, snow falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 85.7 snowfall days, and 15.79" (401mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 3h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:19 am and sunset at 3:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 11:53 am and sunset at 3:43 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Dime Landing is 1.7h.

UV index

March, April, November and 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 minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Dime Landing, is 9.9°F (-12.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 1.4°F (-17°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 91%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 3h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 3h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 11:19 am and sunset at 3:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:53 am and sunset at 3:43 pm AKST.

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

In Dime Landing, the average sunshine duration in December is 1.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are March, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Dime Landing?

In Dime Landing, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value 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
Dime Landing, AK

Average temperature in December - Dime Landing, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 9.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 1.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-1.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Dime Landing, AK

Average pressure in December - Dime Landing, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.79"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (29.95"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.75"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dime Landing, AK

Average wind speed in December - Dime Landing, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Dime Landing, AK

Average humidity in December - Dime Landing, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and March (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Dime Landing, AK

Average rainfall in December - Dime Landing, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.1").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, May and June (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
Dime Landing, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Dime Landing, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dime Landing, AK

Average snowfall in December - Dime Landing, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dime Landing, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Dime Landing, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dime Landing, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dime Landing, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Dime Landing, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Dime Landing, AK

Average UV index in December - Dime 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 March, April, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Dime Landing, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Dime Landing, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in December
Dime Landing, AK

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

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 and December (4mi).

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