December weather forecast
Kwigillingok, AK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Kwigillingok, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and 7.9°F (-13.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a light shift in temperature, down from 23.2°F (-4.9°C) in November to a still subzero cold 16.7°F (-8.5°C). Nights in December cool down, indicating a minor disparity from daytime highs with an average low-temperature of 7.9°F (-13.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 90%.

Rainfall

In December, in Kwigillingok, the rain falls for 5.6 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Kwigillingok, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.5 days and collects up to 16.46" (418mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Kwigillingok, in December, during 12.8 snowfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Kwigillingok, during the entire year, snow falls for 74.8 days and aggregates up to 22.91" (582mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 10:28 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, in Kwigillingok, sunrise is at 10:53 am and sunset at 4:58 pm AKST.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Kwigillingok, the average high-temperature is 16.7°F (-8.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 7.9°F (-13.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Kwigillingok, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Kwigillingok, Alaska, in December, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 12.8 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 6h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 6h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:28 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:53 am and sunset at 4:58 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 2.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Kwigillingok?

February, March 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 Kwigillingok, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Kwigillingok, AK

Average temperature in December - Kwigillingok, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 16.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (62.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Kwigillingok, AK

Average pressure in December - Kwigillingok, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.64"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.64"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Kwigillingok, AK

Average wind speed in December - Kwigillingok, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Kwigillingok, AK

Average humidity in December - Kwigillingok, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (65%).

Average rainfall in December
Kwigillingok, AK

Average rainfall in December - Kwigillingok, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and April (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Kwigillingok, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Kwigillingok, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kwigillingok, AK

Average snowfall in December - Kwigillingok, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kwigillingok, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Kwigillingok, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kwigillingok, 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: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kwigillingok, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Kwigillingok, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Kwigillingok, AK

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Kwigillingok, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Kwigillingok, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The months with the most cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 54).

Average visibility in December
Kwigillingok, AK

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

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

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