December weather forecast
Hughes, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hughes, is also an arctic cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of -9.4°F (-23°C) and an average high of 1.4°F (-17°C).

Temperature

Hughes experiences an average high-temperature of a polar cold 1.4°F (-17°C) in December, subtly different from November's 6.4°F (-14.2°C). An average nighttime temperature of -9.4°F (-23°C) is observed during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 95%.

Rainfall

In Hughes, in December, during 0.9 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hughes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 80.4 days and collects up to 13.43" (341mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 14.8 days and typically aggregates up to 8.54" (217mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 3h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:07 am and sunset at 3:04 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 11:45 am and sunset at 2:55 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 1.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 1.4°F (-17°C) and -9.4°F (-23°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Hughes, Alaska, the average relative humidity in December is 95%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 0.9 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Hughes. Snow falls for 14.8 days and accumulates 8.54" (217mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Hughes, during December, snow falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.54" (217mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 3h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 3h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 11:07 am and sunset at 3:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:45 am and sunset at 2:55 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Hughes, the average sunshine duration in December is 1.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through April, September through 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 Hughes, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Hughes, AK

Average temperature in December - Hughes, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 1.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (66.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: -9.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-13.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Hughes, AK

Average pressure in December - Hughes, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.88"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.78"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hughes, AK

Average wind speed in December - Hughes, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Hughes, AK

Average humidity in December - Hughes, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 95%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and April (96%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (57%).

Average rainfall in December
Hughes, AK

Average rainfall in December - Hughes, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Hughes, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Hughes, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hughes, AK

Average snowfall in December - Hughes, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.54").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hughes, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Hughes, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (17.9 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hughes, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the longest days is July (Average daylight: 20h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hughes, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Hughes, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Hughes, AK

Average UV index in December - Hughes, 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, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Hughes, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Hughes, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 46).

Average visibility in December
Hughes, AK

Average visibility in December - Hughes, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 3mi

The months with the highest visibility are June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and April (2mi).

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