Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
With average high and low temperatures of 17.8°F (-7.9°C) and 9°F (-12.8°C) respectively, December is Skagway's coldest month.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 92%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout December, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.5 rainfall days, and 33.66" (855mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Skagway, in December, snow falls for 18 days, with typically accumulated 18.11" (460mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 95.8 snowfall days, and 78.78" (2001mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 6h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:33 am and sunset at 3:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:58 am and sunset at 3:10 pm AKST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 2.8h of sunshine.UV index
January, February, April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
What part of the year is the coldest?
How cold is it in December?
What is the average humidity in December?
How many days does it rain in December?
How many days does it snow in December in Skagway?
What is the month with the shortest days in Skagway?
How many hours of daylight does Skagway have in December?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
What is the month with the least sunshine?
How many hours of sunshine does Skagway have in December?
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
What is the UV index intensity in December?
Average temperature in December
Skagway, AK
- Average high temperature in December: 17.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (54.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (17.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (42.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (7°F).
Average pressure in December
Skagway, AK
- Average pressure in December: 29.89"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.83"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Skagway, AK
- Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are April and May (5.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Skagway, AK
- Average humidity in December: 92%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (94%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
Average rainfall in December
Skagway, AK
- Average rainfall in December: 3.66"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (1.54").
Average rainfall days in December
Skagway, AK
- Average rainfall days in December: 8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Skagway, AK
- Average snowfall in December: 18.11"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (19.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Skagway, AK
- Average snowfall days in December: 18 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Skagway, AK
- Average daylight in December: 6h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Skagway, AK
- Average sunshine days in December: 10.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8 days).
Average UV index in December
Skagway, 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, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Skagway, AK
- Average cloud cover in December: 67
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 51).
Average visibility in December
Skagway, AK
- Average visibility in December: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (4mi).
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