December weather forecast
Freshwater Bay, AK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Freshwater Bay, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 19°F (-7.2°C).

Temperature

Freshwater Bay's lowest average temperatures are recorded in January and December, reaching a high of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 90%.

Rainfall

In Freshwater Bay, in December, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 8.98" (228mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Freshwater Bay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.4 days and collects up to 85.87" (2181mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 21.8 days and accumulates 62.8" (1595mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 6h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 3:18 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:44 am and sunset at 3:22 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In Freshwater Bay, the average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

UV index

January, April, 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 the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

Freshwater Bay's lowest temperatures tend to occur in January and December, with an average high-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

How cold is December?

During December, Freshwater Bay experiences an average high-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and a low-temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Freshwater Bay, in December, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 8.98" (228mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 21.8 days and accumulates 62.8" (1595mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Freshwater Bay, in December, snow falls for 21.8 days, with typically accumulated 62.8" (1595mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Freshwater Bay?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 6h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Freshwater Bay have in December?

The average day length in December is 6h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 3:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:44 am and sunset at 3:22 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Freshwater Bay have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Freshwater Bay is 2.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Freshwater Bay?

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

Average temperature in December - Freshwater Bay, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (55.8°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (45.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Freshwater Bay, AK

Average pressure in December - Freshwater Bay, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.87"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.8"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Freshwater Bay, AK

Average wind speed in December - Freshwater Bay, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (3.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Freshwater Bay, AK

Average humidity in December - Freshwater Bay, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (86%).

Average rainfall in December
Freshwater Bay, AK

Average rainfall in December - Freshwater Bay, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 8.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (9.88").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (4.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Freshwater Bay, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Freshwater Bay, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Freshwater Bay, AK

Average snowfall in December - Freshwater Bay, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 62.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (62.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Freshwater Bay, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Freshwater Bay, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 21.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Freshwater Bay, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Freshwater Bay, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Freshwater Bay, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Freshwater Bay, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (10 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (6.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Freshwater Bay, AK

Average UV index in December - Freshwater Bay, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Freshwater Bay, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Freshwater Bay, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The months with the most cloud cover are January and November (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 61).

Average visibility in December
Freshwater Bay, AK

Average visibility in December - Freshwater Bay, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (4mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (4mi).

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