December weather forecast
Ganes Creek, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ganes Creek, is also a frigid cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 7.5°F (-13.6°C) and an average low of -3.3°F (-19.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small shift in high-temperatures, falling from an extreme cold 13.5°F (-10.3°C) in November to a still frigid cold 7.5°F (-13.6°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of -3.3°F (-19.6°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 94%.

Rainfall

In Ganes Creek, in December, during 3.1 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ganes Creek, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.2 days and collects up to 18.74" (476mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Ganes Creek, in December, during 19.7 snowfall days, 10.2" (259mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 122.1 snowfall days, and 54.53" (1385mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 4h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ganes Creek.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:32 am and sunset at 3:57 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 11:01 am and sunset at 3:56 pm AKST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.3h 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 the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Ganes Creek, in December, the average high-temperature is 7.5°F (-13.6°C), and the average low-temperature is -3.3°F (-19.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 94%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ganes Creek, in December, it is raining for 3.1 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 19.7 days. Throughout December, 10.2" (259mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 4h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Ganes Creek have in December?

In December, the average day length is 4h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:32 am and sunset at 3:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ganes Creek, sunrise is at 11:01 am and sunset at 3:56 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 long on average sun shines in December?

In Ganes Creek, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Ganes Creek, AK

Average temperature in December - Ganes Creek, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 7.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (65.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: -3.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8°F).

Average pressure in December
Ganes Creek, AK

Average pressure in December - Ganes Creek, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.75"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.72"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ganes Creek, AK

Average wind speed in December - Ganes Creek, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and May (5.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February, April, August, September and December (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Ganes Creek, AK

Average humidity in December - Ganes Creek, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 94%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (64%).

Average rainfall in December
Ganes Creek, AK

Average rainfall in December - Ganes Creek, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Ganes Creek, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Ganes Creek, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ganes Creek, AK

Average snowfall in December - Ganes Creek, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 10.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (12.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ganes Creek, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Ganes Creek, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (19.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ganes Creek, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ganes Creek, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ganes Creek, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Ganes Creek, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Ganes Creek, AK

Average UV index in December - Ganes Creek, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and 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
Ganes Creek, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Ganes Creek, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 50).

Average visibility in December
Ganes Creek, AK

Average visibility in December - Ganes Creek, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 3mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, April and December (3mi).

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