December weather forecast
Saint Paul, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Saint Paul, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.6°F (2°C) and min 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

Saint Paul observes a minor difference in average high-temperatures between November's 39.2°F (4°C) and December's 35.6°F (2°C). December nights reveal a minor deviation from daytime highs, with a mean low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are November and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 153.3 rainfall days, and 23.03" (585mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.9 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 6h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 10:36 am and sunset at 5:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:59 am and sunset at 5:49 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 1.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are March through May, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Saint Paul, 35.6°F (2°C) is the average high-temperature and 32.2°F (0.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the least humid month in Saint Paul?

November and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Saint Paul?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 13.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Saint Paul, Alaska, during December, snow falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 6h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Saint Paul is 6h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 10:36 am and sunset at 5:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:59 am and sunset at 5:49 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 1.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Saint Paul have in December?

In Saint Paul, the average sunshine duration in December is 1.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Saint Paul, AK

Average temperature in December - Saint Paul, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (50.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Saint Paul, AK

Average pressure in December - Saint Paul, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.52"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.52"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Saint Paul, AK

Average wind speed in December - Saint Paul, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 21.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (21.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Saint Paul, AK

Average humidity in December - Saint Paul, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (94%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are November and December (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Saint Paul, AK

Average rainfall in December - Saint Paul, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Saint Paul, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Saint Paul, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saint Paul, AK

Average snowfall in December - Saint Paul, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Saint Paul, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Saint Paul, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint Paul, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saint Paul, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Saint Paul, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (3.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Saint Paul, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, April, May, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Saint Paul, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Saint Paul, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 77

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 68).

Average visibility in December
Saint Paul, AK

Average visibility in December - Saint Paul, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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