December weather forecast
Nunam Iqua, AK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Nunam Iqua, Alaska, with temperature in the range of an average low of 9.7°F (-12.4°C) and an average high of 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

Temperature

As November makes way for December, Nunam Iqua's average high-temperature eases from 24.8°F (-4°C) to a still freezing cold 16.9°F (-8.4°C). During December, Nunam Iqua's nights hold steady with an average temperature of 9.7°F (-12.4°C), barely dropping from the daytime highs.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 91%.

Rainfall

In Nunam Iqua, in December, it is raining for 3.1 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 113.9 rainfall days, and 13.46" (342mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Nunam Iqua, in December, snow falls for 12.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.03" (77mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 88.6 snowfall days, and 19.76" (502mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 5h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:00 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 11:28 am and sunset at 4:37 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Nunam Iqua are January and December, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Nunam Iqua, 16.9°F (-8.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 9.7°F (-12.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Nunam Iqua, the average relative humidity in December is 91%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Nunam Iqua, in December, it is raining for 3.1 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Nunam Iqua, in December, snow falls for 12.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 5h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Nunam Iqua have in December?

In December, the average day length is 5h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:00 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:28 am and sunset at 4:37 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Nunam Iqua?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading 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
Nunam Iqua, AK

Average temperature in December - Nunam Iqua, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 16.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Nunam Iqua, AK

Average pressure in December - Nunam Iqua, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.68"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.67"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Nunam Iqua, AK

Average wind speed in December - Nunam Iqua, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (13.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (10.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Nunam Iqua, AK

Average humidity in December - Nunam Iqua, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Nunam Iqua, AK

Average rainfall in December - Nunam Iqua, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Nunam Iqua, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Nunam Iqua, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Nunam Iqua, AK

Average snowfall in December - Nunam Iqua, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Nunam Iqua, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Nunam Iqua, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Nunam Iqua, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Nunam Iqua, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Nunam Iqua, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Nunam Iqua, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Nunam Iqua, AK

Average UV index in December - Nunam Iqua, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Nunam Iqua, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Nunam Iqua, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 53).

Average visibility in December
Nunam Iqua, AK

Average visibility in December - Nunam Iqua, 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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