December weather forecast
Halibut Cove, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Halibut Cove, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Halibut Cove records an average high-temperature of a subzero cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C), showing a gentle shift from the preceding month. A mean low-temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C) is a distinguishing feature of December, indicating a slight dip from daytime highs.

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 14.9 days and typically aggregates up to 11.54" (293mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 6h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 9:38 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:03 am and sunset at 4:13 pm AKST.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Halibut Cove, is 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in December in Halibut Cove?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Halibut Cove, in December, during 12.7 rainfall days, 4.65" (118mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.9 days and accumulates 11.54" (293mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Halibut Cove, in December, snow falls for 14.9 days, with typically accumulated 11.54" (293mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 6h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Halibut Cove have in December?

The average day length in December is 6h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 9:38 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:03 am and sunset at 4:13 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Halibut Cove?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Halibut Cove have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Halibut Cove, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (57.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.7°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Halibut Cove, AK

Average pressure in December - Halibut Cove, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.6"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.6"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Halibut Cove, AK

Average wind speed in December - Halibut Cove, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Halibut Cove, AK

Average humidity in December - Halibut Cove, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Halibut Cove, AK

Average rainfall in December - Halibut Cove, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Halibut Cove, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Halibut Cove, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Halibut Cove, AK

Average snowfall in December - Halibut Cove, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 11.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (11.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Halibut Cove, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Halibut Cove, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Halibut Cove, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Halibut Cove, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Halibut Cove, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Halibut Cove, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are March and July (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (8.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Halibut Cove, AK

Average UV index in December - Halibut Cove, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Halibut Cove, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Halibut Cove, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 52).

Average visibility in December
Halibut Cove, AK

Average visibility in December - Halibut Cove, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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