December weather forecast
Nome, AK

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Broken trees, a small river, and shrubs afar in the historical gold rush site of Nome Creek, Alaska, in the White Mountains
Broken trees, a small river, and shrubs afar in the historical gold rush site of Nome Creek, Alaska, in the White Mountains

Weather in December

December welcomes the holiday season in Nome, Alaska, with the city under a deep layer of snowfall. Temperatures continue to fall and remain freezing throughout the month. December receives the least amount of sunshine, which sets the stage for extraordinary displays of the Northern Lights. As the city gets wrapped up in festive preparations, it also braces for the coldest month to follow - January. Despite the cold weather, holiday cheer abounds in Nome, making it a captivating time to visit.

Temperature

The move into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's subzero cold 24.8°F (-4°C) to a still freezing cold 15.3°F (-9.3°C). Nome records a slight downturn to an average an extreme cold 8.1°F (-13.3°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In Nome, Alaska, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Nome, during December, the rain falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. In Nome, during the entire year, the rain falls for 81.6 days and collects up to 16.77" (426mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Nome, in December, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.7" (94mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 65.1 snowfall days, and 25" (635mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C).
Note: In the activity of swimming, this state poses an instant danger to life. Breathing control is completely lost, impeding any form of clear thinking. Employing a specialized swimsuit is crucial to minimize thermal loss.

Daylight

With an average of 4h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 11:27 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:58 am and sunset at 4:11 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In Nome, the average sunshine in December is 2.4h.

UV index

January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Nome, the average high-temperature is 15.3°F (-9.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Nome, during December, the rain falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Nome, in December, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in December?

In Nome, in December, the average water temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

What is the month with the shortest days in Nome?

With an average of 4h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Nome have in December?

The average day length in December is 4h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 11:27 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:58 am and sunset at 4:11 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Nome, AK

Average temperature in December - Nome, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 15.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (54.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 8.1°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Nome, AK

Average pressure in December - Nome, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.73"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (29.94"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.7"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Nome, AK

Average wind speed in December - Nome, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8mph).

Average humidity in December
Nome, AK

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Nome, AK

Average rainfall in December - Nome, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Nome, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Nome, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Nome, AK

Average snowfall in December - Nome, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Nome, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Nome, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Nome, AK

Average sea temperature in December - Nome, AK
  • Average sea temperature in December: 29.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (52.5°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are March and April (28.9°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Nome, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Nome, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Nome, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Nome, AK

Average UV index in December - Nome, 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 January, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Nome, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Nome, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in December
Nome, AK

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

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

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