December weather forecast
Goodnews Bay, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Goodnews Bay, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

Goodnews Bay experiences a moderate temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting a bit from a wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C). The temperature during December sees a subtle transition from day to night, averaging a low of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Goodnews Bay, in December, during 7.6 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Goodnews Bay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.3 days and collects up to 25.71" (653mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In December, it is snowing for 11.9 days. Throughout December, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 71.1 snowfall days, and 21.65" (550mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 6h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:16 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 10:40 am and sunset at 4:58 pm AKST.

Sunshine

November and December, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 30°F (-1.1°C) and the low-temperature is 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Goodnews Bay, in December, snow falls for 11.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.98" (101mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 6h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Goodnews Bay, Alaska, the average day length in December is 6h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:16 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:40 am and sunset at 4:58 pm AKST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine in Goodnews Bay are November and December, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine.

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

In December, the average sunshine duration in Goodnews Bay is 2.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Goodnews Bay, 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 temperature in December
Goodnews Bay, AK

Average temperature in December - Goodnews Bay, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 30°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (53.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Goodnews Bay, AK

Average pressure in December - Goodnews Bay, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.56"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.95"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.56"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Goodnews Bay, AK

Average wind speed in December - Goodnews Bay, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 21.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (21.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Goodnews Bay, AK

Average humidity in December - Goodnews Bay, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Goodnews Bay, AK

Average rainfall in December - Goodnews Bay, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.7").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Goodnews Bay, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Goodnews Bay, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Goodnews Bay, AK

Average snowfall in December - Goodnews Bay, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Goodnews Bay, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Goodnews Bay, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Goodnews Bay, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Goodnews Bay, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Goodnews Bay, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (7 days).

Average UV index in December
Goodnews Bay, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Goodnews Bay, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Goodnews Bay, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 54).

Average visibility in December
Goodnews Bay, AK

Average visibility in December - Goodnews Bay, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, November and December (5mi).

Goodnews Bay, Alaska, USA

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