December weather forecast
Kake, AK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Kake, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.6°F (2°C) and min 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

With December's advent, Kake, Alaska, sees an average high-temperature of a still icy 35.6°F (2°C), subtly shifted from November's 38.8°F (3.8°C). Kake, during December nights, observes a steady temperature, averaging at a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

In Kake, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Kake, Alaska, in December, it is raining for 19.2 days, with typically 9.33" (237mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Kake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 243.6 days and collects up to 82.76" (2102mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 10.04" (255mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 52.4 snowfall days, and 63.58" (1615mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 6h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 3:20 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:33 am and sunset at 3:24 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Kake is 3.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Kake experiences an average high-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) and a low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°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 Kake, during December, the rain falls for 19.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.33" (237mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Kake, in December, snow falls for 9.5 days, with typically accumulated 10.04" (255mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 6h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 6h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 3:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:33 am and sunset at 3:24 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kake have in December?

In Kake, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Kake, AK

Average temperature in December - Kake, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (57.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (51.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (29.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Kake, AK

Average pressure in December - Kake, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.8"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.72"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Kake, AK

Average wind speed in December - Kake, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Kake, AK

Average humidity in December - Kake, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (83%).

Average rainfall in December
Kake, AK

Average rainfall in December - Kake, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 9.33"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (10.16").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (3.82").

Average rainfall days in December
Kake, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Kake, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (23.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kake, AK

Average snowfall in December - Kake, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 10.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (17.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kake, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Kake, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kake, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kake, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Kake, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (8.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (4.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Kake, AK

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Kake, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Kake, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The months with the least cloud cover are February, May and September (Cloud cover 60).

Average visibility in December
Kake, AK

Average visibility in December - Kake, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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