December weather forecast
Saint Michael, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Saint Michael, is also a frigid cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 5.4°F (-14.8°C) and max 12.4°F (-10.9°C).

Temperature

Saint Michael's weather in December involves a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down slightly from November's subzero cold 19.6°F (-6.9°C) to a frigid cold 12.4°F (-10.9°C). An average low-temperature of 5.4°F (-14.8°C) is witnessed throughout the month of December, a mere drop from the daytime peak.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 91%.

Rainfall

In Saint Michael, in December, during 3.6 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Saint Michael, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.6 days and collects up to 13.39" (340mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 15.1 days. Throughout December, 4.21" (107mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 94.3 snowfall days, and 27.2" (691mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 4h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 10:59 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:29 am and sunset at 4:13 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3h.

UV index

January through March and 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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Saint Michael in December has an average high-temperature of 12.4°F (-10.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Saint Michael, the average relative humidity in December is 91%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, in Saint Michael, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 15.1 days. Throughout December, 4.21" (107mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 4h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Saint Michael, the average day length in December is 4h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:59 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:29 am and sunset at 4:13 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Saint Michael, the average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index in Saint Michael is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Saint Michael, AK

Average temperature in December - Saint Michael, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 12.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Saint Michael, AK

Average pressure in December - Saint Michael, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.75"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.72"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Saint Michael, AK

Average wind speed in December - Saint Michael, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Saint Michael, AK

Average humidity in December - Saint Michael, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Saint Michael, AK

Average rainfall in December - Saint Michael, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Saint Michael, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Saint Michael, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saint Michael, AK

Average snowfall in December - Saint Michael, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Saint Michael, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Saint Michael, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (16.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Saint Michael, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint Michael, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saint Michael, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Saint Michael, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Saint Michael, AK

Average UV index in December - Saint Michael, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Saint Michael, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Saint Michael, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 50).

Average visibility in December
Saint Michael, AK

Average visibility in December - Saint Michael, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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 and December (4mi).

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