December weather forecast
Takotna, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Takotna, is also a frigid cold month, with an average temperature varying between -3.3°F (-19.6°C) and 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions change slightly, with the average high-temperature moving from an extreme cold 13.5°F (-10.3°C) in November to an extremely cold 7.5°F (-13.6°C). During the month of December, Takotna anticipates a mean low-temperature of -3.3°F (-19.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Takotna is 94%.

Rainfall

In Takotna, in December, it is raining for 3.1 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Takotna, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.2 days and collects up to 18.74" (476mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Takotna, during December, snow falls for 19.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 10.2" (259mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 122.1 snowfall days, and 54.53" (1385mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 4h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:30 am and sunset at 3:57 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 10:59 am and sunset at 3:56 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Takotna, in December, the average high-temperature is 7.5°F (-13.6°C), and the average low-temperature is -3.3°F (-19.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Takotna, the average relative humidity in December is 94%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Takotna, Alaska, during December, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Takotna, in December, during 19.7 snowfall days, 10.2" (259mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Takotna?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 4h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Takotna is 4h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 10:30 am and sunset at 3:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:59 am and sunset at 3:56 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Takotna?

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

Average temperature in December - Takotna, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 7.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (65.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: -3.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8°F).

Average pressure in December
Takotna, AK

Average pressure in December - Takotna, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.75"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.72"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Takotna, AK

Average wind speed in December - Takotna, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and May (5.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February, April, August, September and December (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Takotna, AK

Average humidity in December - Takotna, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 94%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (64%).

Average rainfall in December
Takotna, AK

Average rainfall in December - Takotna, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Takotna, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Takotna, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Takotna, AK

Average snowfall in December - Takotna, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 10.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (12.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Takotna, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Takotna, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (19.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Takotna, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Takotna, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Takotna, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Takotna, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Takotna, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Takotna, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 50).

Average visibility in December
Takotna, AK

Average visibility in December - Takotna, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 3mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, April and December (3mi).

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