December weather forecast
Squaw Harbor, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Squaw Harbor, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.4°F (0.8°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

As November turns into December, the average high-temperatures rest at a still cold 37°F (2.8°C), showing a minor variation from the prior month. Throughout the nights in December, Squaw Harbor notes an average low of 33.4°F (0.8°C), a small dip from the daytime peak.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Squaw Harbor. Rain falls for 18.2 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Squaw Harbor, during December, snow falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of snow. In Squaw Harbor, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.6 days and aggregates up to 18.19" (462mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:46 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 10:08 am and sunset at 5:22 pm AKST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Squaw Harbor experiences an average high-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 18.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Squaw Harbor, Alaska, in December, during 18.2 rainfall days, 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Squaw Harbor, during December, snow falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 7h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Squaw Harbor, the average day length in December is 7h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 9:46 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:08 am and sunset at 5:22 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine in Squaw Harbor, Alaska, is December, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Squaw Harbor have in December?

In Squaw Harbor, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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 Squaw Harbor, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Squaw Harbor, AK

Average temperature in December - Squaw Harbor, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (54.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (28.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Squaw Harbor, AK

Average pressure in December - Squaw Harbor, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.52"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (29.52"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Squaw Harbor, AK

Average wind speed in December - Squaw Harbor, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Squaw Harbor, AK

Average humidity in December - Squaw Harbor, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Squaw Harbor, AK

Average rainfall in December - Squaw Harbor, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.45"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Squaw Harbor, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Squaw Harbor, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Squaw Harbor, AK

Average snowfall in December - Squaw Harbor, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Squaw Harbor, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Squaw Harbor, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Squaw Harbor, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Squaw Harbor, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Squaw Harbor, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Squaw Harbor, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (4.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Squaw Harbor, AK

Average UV index in December - Squaw Harbor, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Squaw Harbor, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Squaw Harbor, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and September (Cloud cover 60).

Average visibility in December
Squaw Harbor, AK

Average visibility in December - Squaw Harbor, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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