December weather forecast
Shaktoolik, AK

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

A mild drop in Shaktoolik's average high-temperature is observed in December, transitioning from a subzero cold 19.6°F (-6.9°C) in November to a frigid cold 12.4°F (-10.9°C). Shaktoolik navigates through December with a barely noticeable decrease in temperature at night, stabilizing at an extreme cold 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Shaktoolik, during December, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. In Shaktoolik, 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 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:07 am and sunset at 4:00 pm. On the last day of December, in Shaktoolik, sunrise is at 11:39 am and sunset at 3:56 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Shaktoolik, the average high-temperature is 12.4°F (-10.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 91%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Shaktoolik, Alaska, in December, during 3.6 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically 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?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 4h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Shaktoolik?

In December, the average day length is 4h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:07 am and sunset at 4:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:39 am and sunset at 3:56 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Shaktoolik, 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 is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Shaktoolik, AK

Average temperature in December - Shaktoolik, 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
Shaktoolik, AK

Average pressure in December - Shaktoolik, 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
Shaktoolik, AK

Average wind speed in December - Shaktoolik, 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
Shaktoolik, AK

Average humidity in December - Shaktoolik, 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
Shaktoolik, AK

Average rainfall in December - Shaktoolik, 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
Shaktoolik, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Shaktoolik, 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
Shaktoolik, AK

Average snowfall in December - Shaktoolik, 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
Shaktoolik, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Shaktoolik, 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
Shaktoolik, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shaktoolik, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 18min).

  • 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
Shaktoolik, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Shaktoolik, 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
Shaktoolik, AK

Average UV index in December - Shaktoolik, 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
Shaktoolik, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Shaktoolik, 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
Shaktoolik, AK

Average visibility in December - Shaktoolik, 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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