December weather forecast
Lower Kalskag, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lower Kalskag, is still an extremely cold month, with an average temperature varying between 13.5°F (-10.3°C) and 4.1°F (-15.5°C).

Temperature

December is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a freezing cold 19.9°F (-6.7°C) in November to a frigid cold 13.5°F (-10.3°C). December's average low-temperature reading settles at an arctic cold 4.1°F (-15.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 91%.

Rainfall

In Lower Kalskag, in December, it is raining for 6.2 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 108.2 rainfall days, and 11.1" (282mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Lower Kalskag, during December, snow falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow. In Lower Kalskag, during the entire year, snow falls for 86.5 days and aggregates up to 23.43" (595mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 5h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:31 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 10:58 am and sunset at 4:31 pm AKST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.8h of sunshine.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Lower Kalskag experiences an average high-temperature of 13.5°F (-10.3°C) and a low-temperature of 4.1°F (-15.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 91%.

How much does it rain in Lower Kalskag in December?

In Lower Kalskag, in December, it is raining for 6.2 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Lower Kalskag in December?

In Lower Kalskag, during December, snow falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 5h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 5h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 10:31 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:58 am and sunset at 4:31 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 2.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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 Lower Kalskag?

In Lower Kalskag, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lower Kalskag, AK

Average temperature in December - Lower Kalskag, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 13.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (64.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 4.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°F).

Average pressure in December
Lower Kalskag, AK

Average pressure in December - Lower Kalskag, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.69"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.93"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.68"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lower Kalskag, AK

Average wind speed in December - Lower Kalskag, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Lower Kalskag, AK

Average humidity in December - Lower Kalskag, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (62%).

Average rainfall in December
Lower Kalskag, AK

Average rainfall in December - Lower Kalskag, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and May (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Lower Kalskag, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Lower Kalskag, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lower Kalskag, AK

Average snowfall in December - Lower Kalskag, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lower Kalskag, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Lower Kalskag, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lower Kalskag, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lower Kalskag, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 5h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lower Kalskag, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Lower Kalskag, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Lower Kalskag, AK

Average UV index in December - Lower Kalskag, 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 February, March and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Lower Kalskag, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Lower Kalskag, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in December
Lower Kalskag, AK

Average visibility in December - Lower Kalskag, 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 March and April (4mi).

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