December weather forecast
Kipnuk, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kipnuk, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19.2°F (-7.1°C) and an average high of 24.8°F (-4°C).

Temperature

December's arrival aligns with a minor decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's wintry 32.4°F (0.2°C) to a freezing cold 24.8°F (-4°C). In Kipnuk, the average low-temperature during December nights tends to settle at 19.2°F (-7.1°C), indicating a slight drop from the daytime peak.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Kipnuk, in December, during 6.2 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kipnuk, there are 137.7 rainfall days, and 20.43" (519mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, October through December are months with snowfall in Kipnuk. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.7 days and accumulates 3.78" (96mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 6h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 10:32 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:57 am and sunset at 5:01 pm AKST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 1.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kipnuk are January, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 24.8°F (-4°C) and the low-temperature is 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Kipnuk?

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Kipnuk, in December, during 6.2 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 14.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 14.7 days. Throughout December, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Kipnuk have in December?

In Kipnuk, the average day length in December is 6h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:32 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:57 am and sunset at 5:01 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 1.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Kipnuk have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 1.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, April, November and 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Kipnuk, AK

Average temperature in December - Kipnuk, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.8°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 (19.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Kipnuk, AK

Average pressure in December - Kipnuk, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.6"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.6"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Kipnuk, AK

Average wind speed in December - Kipnuk, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (19.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Kipnuk, AK

Average humidity in December - Kipnuk, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Kipnuk, AK

Average rainfall in December - Kipnuk, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Kipnuk, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Kipnuk, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kipnuk, AK

Average snowfall in December - Kipnuk, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kipnuk, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Kipnuk, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kipnuk, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kipnuk, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Kipnuk, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (4.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Kipnuk, AK

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

Average cloud cover in December
Kipnuk, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Kipnuk, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 74

The months with the most cloud cover are September and December (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 59).

Average visibility in December
Kipnuk, AK

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

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

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