December weather forecast
Hooper Bay, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hooper Bay, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 14.9°F (-9.5°C) and 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from 29.3°F (-1.5°C) in November to a still freezing cold 20.8°F (-6.2°C). Throughout December, Hooper Bay's nights experience a slight temperature dip to a still subzero cold 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Humidity

In Hooper Bay, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.7 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hooper Bay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.4 days and collects up to 19.72" (501mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. The months with the most snowfall in Hooper Bay are February and December, with an average 3.98" (101mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

With an average of 5h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 10:54 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:21 am and sunset at 4:53 pm AKST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary 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. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Hooper Bay, in December, the average high-temperature is 20.8°F (-6.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Hooper Bay, in December, during 4.7 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Hooper Bay?

The months with the most snowfall are February and December, with an average 3.98" (101mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Hooper Bay, in December, snow falls for 15 days, with typically accumulated 3.98" (101mm) of snow.

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

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 5h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 5h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:54 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:21 am and sunset at 4:53 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hooper Bay?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through March, November and 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 Hooper Bay, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hooper Bay, AK

Average temperature in December - Hooper Bay, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (53.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Hooper Bay, AK

Average pressure in December - Hooper Bay, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.63"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and July (29.91"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.63"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hooper Bay, AK

Average wind speed in December - Hooper Bay, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 15.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are October and November (18mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Hooper Bay, AK

Average humidity in December - Hooper Bay, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Hooper Bay, AK

Average rainfall in December - Hooper Bay, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Hooper Bay, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Hooper Bay, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hooper Bay, AK

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

The months with the highest snowfall are February and December (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hooper Bay, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Hooper Bay, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hooper Bay, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 5h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hooper Bay, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Hooper Bay, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (6.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Hooper Bay, AK

Average UV index in December - Hooper 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 January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Hooper Bay, AK

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

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 73).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 58).

Average visibility in December
Hooper Bay, AK

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

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

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