December weather forecast
Savoonga, AK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Savoonga, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between min 15.4°F (-9.2°C) and max 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Temperature

December witnesses a gentle descent in average high-temperature, descending from November's freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C) to a still subzero cold 20.7°F (-6.3°C). Savoonga's nighttime temperature in December consistently rests at a still freezing cold 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.4 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 100.4 rainfall days, and 17.52" (445mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Savoonga, during December, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 98 snowfall days, and 22.56" (573mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 4h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:36 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, in Savoonga, sunrise is at 12:06 pm and sunset at 4:44 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Savoonga in December?

During December, Savoonga experiences an average high-temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and a low-temperature of 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.4 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Savoonga, during December, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 4h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Savoonga, the average day length in December is 4h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:36 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Savoonga, sunrise is at 12:06 pm and sunset at 4:44 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Savoonga have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Savoonga, AK

Average temperature in December - Savoonga, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (50.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (46°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (5.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Savoonga, AK

Average pressure in December - Savoonga, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.71"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (29.94"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.68"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Savoonga, AK

Average wind speed in December - Savoonga, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 20.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (20.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (11.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Savoonga, AK

Average humidity in December - Savoonga, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (93%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (81%).

Average rainfall in December
Savoonga, AK

Average rainfall in December - Savoonga, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Savoonga, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Savoonga, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Savoonga, AK

Average snowfall in December - Savoonga, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Savoonga, AK

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (14.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Savoonga, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Savoonga, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (5.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Savoonga, AK

Average UV index in December - Savoonga, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Savoonga, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Savoonga, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 84

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 84).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 58).

Average visibility in December
Savoonga, AK

Average visibility in December - Savoonga, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is December (4mi).

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