December weather forecast
Katalla, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Katalla, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

Stepping into December, Katalla records an average high-temperature of a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C), almost consistent with November. In Katalla, December's low temperatures hover around 26.2°F (-3.2°C), reflecting a minor decrease from the daytime highs.

Humidity

In Katalla, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Katalla, in December, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 8.98" (228mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Katalla, during the entire year, the rain falls for 191.3 days and collects up to 72.4" (1839mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.9 days and typically aggregates up to 17.76" (451mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 6h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 9:16 am and sunset at 3:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:42 am and sunset at 3:41 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 2.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Katalla?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and a low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Katalla, Alaska, in December, during 14.5 rainfall days, 8.98" (228mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.9 days and typically aggregates up to 17.76" (451mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Katalla, in December, snow falls for 12.9 days, with typically accumulated 17.76" (451mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 6h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Katalla.

How many hours of daylight does Katalla have in December?

In December, the average day length is 5h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:16 am and sunset at 3:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:42 am and sunset at 3:41 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 many hours of sunshine does Katalla have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Katalla is 2.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Katalla, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Katalla, AK

Average temperature in December - Katalla, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (58.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Katalla, AK

Average pressure in December - Katalla, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.68"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.65"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Katalla, AK

Average wind speed in December - Katalla, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 12mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Katalla, AK

Average humidity in December - Katalla, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Katalla, AK

Average rainfall in December - Katalla, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 8.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (9.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2.72").

Average rainfall days in December
Katalla, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Katalla, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Katalla, AK

Average snowfall in December - Katalla, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 17.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (17.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Katalla, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Katalla, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Katalla, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Katalla, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Katalla, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (8 days).

Average UV index in December
Katalla, AK

Average UV index in December - Katalla, 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 November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Katalla, AK

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 57).

Average visibility in December
Katalla, AK

Average visibility in December - Katalla, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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