December weather forecast
Port Protection, AK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Port Protection, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.2°F (2.9°C) and 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during December registers at a wintry 40.6°F (4.8°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. December records a small disparity from daytime temperatures, marking an average low-temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 19.7 days. Throughout December, 7.76" (197mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 223.5 rainfall days, and 72.17" (1833mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 27.6 snowfall days, and 16.02" (407mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 3:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:27 am and sunset at 3:27 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Port Protection, is 40.6°F (4.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 37.2°F (2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Port Protection?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Port Protection, in December, during 19.7 rainfall days, 7.76" (197mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Port Protection, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 7h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Port Protection have in December?

The average day length in December is 7h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 3:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:27 am and sunset at 3:27 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Port Protection, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Port Protection, AK

Average temperature in December - Port Protection, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (57.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (35.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Port Protection, AK

Average pressure in December - Port Protection, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.8"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.72"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Port Protection, AK

Average wind speed in December - Port Protection, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 15.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (8.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Port Protection, AK

Average humidity in December - Port Protection, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Port Protection, AK

Average rainfall in December - Port Protection, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 7.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (9.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (3.07").

Average rainfall days in December
Port Protection, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Port Protection, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (23.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Port Protection, AK

Average snowfall in December - Port Protection, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Port Protection, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Port Protection, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Port Protection, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Port Protection, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Port Protection, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Port Protection, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (13.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (5.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Port Protection, AK

Average UV index in December - Port Protection, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Port Protection, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Port Protection, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and September (Cloud cover 55).

Average visibility in December
Port Protection, AK

Average visibility in December - Port Protection, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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