December weather forecast
Tuntutuliak, AK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Tuntutuliak, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 7.9°F (-13.4°C) and 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December aligns with a soft reduction in the average high-temperature, gently falling from 23.2°F (-4.9°C) in November to a still subzero cold 16.7°F (-8.5°C). Tuntutuliak maintains a minor drop in temperature during December nights, with averages of 7.9°F (-13.4°C).

Humidity

In Tuntutuliak, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

Rainfall

In Tuntutuliak, during December, the rain falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. In Tuntutuliak, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.5 days and collects up to 16.46" (418mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Tuntutuliak, in December, snow falls for 12.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.5" (89mm) of snow. In Tuntutuliak, Alaska, during the entire year, snow falls for 74.8 days and aggregates up to 22.91" (582mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 5h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 10:30 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:55 am and sunset at 4:52 pm AKST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and the low-temperature is 7.9°F (-13.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Tuntutuliak, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Tuntutuliak, Alaska, in December, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Tuntutuliak, during December, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Tuntutuliak?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 5h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Tuntutuliak have in December?

In December, the average day length is 5h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Tuntutuliak?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 10:30 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:55 am and sunset at 4:52 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 2.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Tuntutuliak?

The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Tuntutuliak, AK

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (62.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Tuntutuliak, AK

Average pressure in December - Tuntutuliak, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.64"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.64"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Tuntutuliak, AK

Average wind speed in December - Tuntutuliak, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Tuntutuliak, AK

Average humidity in December - Tuntutuliak, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (65%).

Average rainfall in December
Tuntutuliak, AK

Average rainfall in December - Tuntutuliak, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and April (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Tuntutuliak, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Tuntutuliak, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tuntutuliak, AK

Average snowfall in December - Tuntutuliak, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tuntutuliak, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Tuntutuliak, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tuntutuliak, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Tuntutuliak, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Tuntutuliak, AK

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Tuntutuliak, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Tuntutuliak, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The months with the most cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 54).

Average visibility in December
Tuntutuliak, AK

Average visibility in December - Tuntutuliak, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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