December weather forecast
Manokotak, AK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Manokotak, Alaska, with temperature in the range of an average low of 13.8°F (-10.1°C) and an average high of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a subzero cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C) in November to a still freezing cold 21.6°F (-5.8°C). In December, Manokotak temperatures settle at a low of 13.8°F (-10.1°C) during the nights, reflecting a minor change from daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Manokotak, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.3 days and collects up to 25.12" (638mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Manokotak, in December, during 11.5 snowfall days, 6.1" (155mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 67.5 snowfall days, and 34.53" (877mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 6h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:04 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 10:29 am and sunset at 4:49 pm AKST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Manokotak are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Manokotak, 21.6°F (-5.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 13.8°F (-10.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Manokotak, in December, during 7.8 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 6.1" (155mm) 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 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Manokotak?

In December, the average day length is 6h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 10:04 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:29 am and sunset at 4:49 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Manokotak, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

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 intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Manokotak, AK

Average temperature in December - Manokotak, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.6°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 (17.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Manokotak, AK

Average pressure in December - Manokotak, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.61"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.95"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.61"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Manokotak, AK

Average wind speed in December - Manokotak, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Manokotak, AK

Average humidity in December - Manokotak, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Manokotak, AK

Average rainfall in December - Manokotak, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Manokotak, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Manokotak, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Manokotak, AK

Average snowfall in December - Manokotak, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.4").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Manokotak, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Manokotak, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Manokotak, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Manokotak, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Manokotak, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Manokotak, AK

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Manokotak, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Manokotak, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and November (Cloud cover 54).

Average visibility in December
Manokotak, AK

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

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

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