December weather forecast
Nikolski, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Nikolski, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 33.8°F (1°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a still wintry 37°F (2.8°C) from November's 40.6°F (4.8°C). In December, a low-temperature average of 33.8°F (1°C) is characteristic of Nikolski, marking a minor shift from daytime temperatures.

Humidity

November and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Nikolski, during December, snow falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.43" (138mm) of snow. In Nikolski, during the entire year, snow falls for 78.3 days and aggregates up to 30.39" (772mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:06 am and sunset at 6:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 10:28 am and sunset at 6:09 pm AKST.

Sunshine

With an average of 2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In Nikolski, Alaska, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Nikolski experiences an average high-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity in Nikolski are November and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Nikolski, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Nikolski, in December, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 4.21" (107mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Nikolski, in December, during 12.9 snowfall days, 5.43" (138mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Nikolski have in December?

In December, the average day length is 7h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:06 am and sunset at 6:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:28 am and sunset at 6:09 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Nikolski, the average sunshine duration in December is 2h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Nikolski, AK

Average temperature in December - Nikolski, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (53.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (30.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Nikolski, AK

Average pressure in December - Nikolski, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.52"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (29.5"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Nikolski, AK

Average wind speed in December - Nikolski, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (16.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Nikolski, AK

Average humidity in December - Nikolski, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are November and December (80%).

Average rainfall in December
Nikolski, AK

Average rainfall in December - Nikolski, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.21"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Nikolski, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Nikolski, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Nikolski, AK

Average snowfall in December - Nikolski, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Nikolski, AK

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Nikolski, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Nikolski, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Nikolski, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (9.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (3.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Nikolski, AK

Average UV index in December - Nikolski, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Nikolski, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Nikolski, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 66).

Average visibility in December
Nikolski, AK

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

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

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