December weather forecast
Ohogamiut, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ohogamiut, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and min 7.9°F (-13.4°C).

Temperature

December's arrival subtly correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from 23.2°F (-4.9°C) in November to a still freezing cold 16.7°F (-8.5°C). Ohogamiut, in December, logs an average low-temperature of 7.9°F (-13.4°C), a subtle step down from daytime readings.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Ohogamiut is 90%.

Rainfall

In Ohogamiut, during December, the rain falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 129.5 rainfall days, and 16.46" (418mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Ohogamiut, during December, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow. In Ohogamiut, during the entire year, snow falls for 74.8 days and aggregates up to 22.91" (582mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 10:38 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:05 am and sunset at 4:36 pm AKST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine.

UV index

February, March 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 low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ohogamiut, is 16.7°F (-8.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 7.9°F (-13.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Ohogamiut is 90%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Ohogamiut, during December, the rain falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Ohogamiut, Alaska, in December, during 12.8 snowfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Ohogamiut is 5h and 30min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:38 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:05 am and sunset at 4:36 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 2.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.7h.

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 intensity in December?

In Ohogamiut, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ohogamiut, AK

Average temperature in December - Ohogamiut, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 16.7°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 (12.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Ohogamiut, AK

Average pressure in December - Ohogamiut, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.64"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.64"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ohogamiut, AK

Average wind speed in December - Ohogamiut, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Ohogamiut, AK

Average humidity in December - Ohogamiut, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (65%).

Average rainfall in December
Ohogamiut, AK

Average rainfall in December - Ohogamiut, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and April (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Ohogamiut, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Ohogamiut, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ohogamiut, AK

Average snowfall in December - Ohogamiut, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ohogamiut, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Ohogamiut, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ohogamiut, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Ohogamiut, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Ohogamiut, AK

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

Average cloud cover in December
Ohogamiut, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Ohogamiut, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The months with the most cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 54).

Average visibility in December
Ohogamiut, AK

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

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

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