December weather forecast
Dot Lake, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dot Lake, is still an extremely cold month, with an average temperature varying between -1.5°F (-18.6°C) and 9.1°F (-12.7°C).

Temperature

Dot Lake's December average high-temperature settles at an extremely cold 9.1°F (-12.7°C), showing a near match with the preceding month. In December, Dot Lake reports a consistent average low-temperature of -1.5°F (-18.6°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Dot Lake, during December, the rain falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation. In Dot Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 70.4 days and collects up to 7.56" (192mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, August through December. In Dot Lake, in December, during 8.1 snowfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 56.2 snowfall days, and 18.66" (474mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 4h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:50 am and sunset at 3:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 10:20 am and sunset at 2:58 pm AKST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. 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: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Dot Lake?

The high-temperature, in December, in Dot Lake, records 9.1°F (-12.7°C), while the low-temperature is -1.5°F (-18.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Dot Lake, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Dot Lake, in December, during 2.4 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Dot Lake, in December, snow falls for 8.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 4h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Dot Lake have in December?

In December, the average day length is 4h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:50 am and sunset at 3:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:20 am and sunset at 2:58 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Dot Lake have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Dot Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dot Lake, AK

Average temperature in December - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 9.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (69.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: -1.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-5.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Dot Lake, AK

Average pressure in December - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.85"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.77"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dot Lake, AK

Average wind speed in December - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Dot Lake, AK

Average humidity in December - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (51%).

Average rainfall in December
Dot Lake, AK

Average rainfall in December - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Dot Lake, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dot Lake, AK

Average snowfall in December - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.32"

The months with the highest snowfall are March and October (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June and July (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dot Lake, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dot Lake, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 13h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dot Lake, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (17.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Dot Lake, AK

Average UV index in December - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, September, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Dot Lake, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are March and November (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Dot Lake, AK

Average visibility in December - Dot Lake, 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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