December weather forecast
Pilot Station, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pilot Station, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 14.7°F (-9.6°C) and 5.9°F (-14.5°C).

Temperature

The transition into December subtly indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a still subzero cold 14.7°F (-9.6°C) from November's freezing cold 21.6°F (-5.8°C). Pilot Station's nighttime temperatures in December settle close to daytime highs at an average of 5.9°F (-14.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Pilot Station are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 104.5 rainfall days, and 15.75" (400mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Pilot Station, Alaska, during December, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 71.4 snowfall days, and 22.72" (577mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Pilot Station, Alaska, is December, with an average of 5h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Pilot Station, sunrise is at 10:46 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:13 am and sunset at 4:36 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 14.7°F (-9.6°C) and a low-temperature of 5.9°F (-14.5°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 91%.

How many days does it rain in December in Pilot Station?

In December, the rain falls for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Pilot Station, during December, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 5h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 5h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Pilot Station?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 10:46 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:13 am and sunset at 4:36 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Pilot Station?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Pilot Station, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Pilot Station, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Pilot Station, AK

Average temperature in December - Pilot Station, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 14.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (61.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (11.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Pilot Station, AK

Average pressure in December - Pilot Station, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.67"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.91"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are October and December (29.67"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Pilot Station, AK

Average wind speed in December - Pilot Station, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Pilot Station, AK

Average humidity in December - Pilot Station, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Pilot Station, AK

Average rainfall in December - Pilot Station, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.13").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and June (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Pilot Station, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Pilot Station, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pilot Station, AK

Average snowfall in December - Pilot Station, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pilot Station, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Pilot Station, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pilot Station, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pilot Station, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 5h and 2min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pilot Station, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Pilot Station, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Pilot Station, AK

Average UV index in December - Pilot Station, 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 March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Pilot Station, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Pilot Station, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 54).

Average visibility in December
Pilot Station, AK

Average visibility in December - Pilot Station, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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