December weather forecast
Hope, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hope, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and an average low of 10.2°F (-12.1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Hope's average high-temperature clocks in at a still freezing cold 20.1°F (-6.6°C), showing a minor fluctuation from the previous month. The nights of December anticipate an average low-temperature of 10.2°F (-12.1°C).

Humidity

March and December, with an average relative humidity of 92%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Hope, in December, during 7.1 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 23.62" (600mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 17.6 days and typically aggregates up to 9.57" (243mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 5h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:43 am and sunset at 3:52 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 10:09 am and sunset at 3:54 pm AKST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and the low-temperature is 10.2°F (-12.1°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are March and December, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Hope, the average relative humidity in December is 92%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hope, during December, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 17.6 days and accumulates 9.57" (243mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 17.6 days. Throughout December, 9.57" (243mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 5h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Hope?

In December, the average day length is 5h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:43 am and sunset at 3:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:09 am and sunset at 3:54 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Hope?

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 intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in December
Hope, AK

Average temperature in December - Hope, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (56.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Hope, AK

Average pressure in December - Hope, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.67"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.66"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hope, AK

Average wind speed in December - Hope, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (5.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Hope, AK

Average humidity in December - Hope, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Hope, AK

Average rainfall in December - Hope, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Hope, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Hope, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hope, AK

Average snowfall in December - Hope, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hope, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Hope, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hope, AK

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hope, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Hope, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8 days).

Average UV index in December
Hope, AK

Average UV index in December - Hope, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Hope, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Hope, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 55).

Average visibility in December
Hope, AK

Average visibility in December - Hope, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The month with the highest visibility is June (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (4mi).

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