December weather forecast
Tin City, AK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Tin City, Alaska, with temperature in the range of an average high of 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and an average low of 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of December is marked by a decrease in temperature, transitioning from a freezing cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C) in November to a still subzero cold 16.7°F (-8.5°C). Tin City sees a gentle drop from the daily peak temperature in December, with an average low settling at a frigid cold 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 89%.

Rainfall

In Tin City, in December, during 1.9 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 86.5 rainfall days, and 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In December, it is snowing for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 90 snowfall days, and 20.51" (521mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 3h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 11:53 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 12:29 pm and sunset at 4:01 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In Tin City, the average sunshine in December is 1.1h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and 10.8°F (-11.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Tin City, during December, the rain falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Tin City?

In Tin City, in December, during 11.1 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 3h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Tin City have in December?

The average day length in December is 3h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 11:53 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 12:29 pm and sunset at 4:01 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 1.1h.

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 intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Tin City, AK

Average temperature in December - Tin City, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 16.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (50°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (45.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and March (1.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Tin City, AK

Average pressure in December - Tin City, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.77"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (29.96"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.72"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Tin City, AK

Average wind speed in December - Tin City, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (12mph).

Average humidity in December
Tin City, AK

Average humidity in December - Tin City, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (93%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Tin City, AK

Average rainfall in December - Tin City, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Tin City, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Tin City, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tin City, AK

Average snowfall in December - Tin City, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tin City, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Tin City, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (13 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Tin City, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tin City, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 22h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tin City, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Tin City, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Tin City, AK

Average UV index in December - Tin City, 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
Tin City, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Tin City, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 76

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 52).

Average visibility in December
Tin City, AK

Average visibility in December - Tin City, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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, November and December (5mi).

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