December weather forecast
Tununak, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Tununak, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 24.8°F (-4°C) and min 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

Temperature

December's arrival signals a moderate reduction in the average high-temperature, easing from a wintry 32.4°F (0.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 24.8°F (-4°C). Nights in December showcase an average temperature of 19.2°F (-7.1°C), slightly cooler than the daytime.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In Tununak, in December, during 6.2 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Tununak, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.7 days and collects up to 20.43" (519mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 14.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 5h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:42 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, in Tununak, sunrise is at 11:08 am and sunset at 4:59 pm AKST.

Sunshine

With an average of 1.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

Tununak in December has an average high-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C) and an average low-temperature of 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Tununak, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Tununak, in December, during 6.2 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 14.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Tununak, in December, snow falls for 14.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.78" (96mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 5h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Tununak have in December?

The average day length in December is 5h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Tununak, sunrise is at 10:42 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:08 am and sunset at 4:59 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 1.8h 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 1.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Tununak?

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

Average temperature in December - Tununak, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (53.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Tununak, AK

Average pressure in December - Tununak, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.6"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.6"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Tununak, AK

Average wind speed in December - Tununak, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (19.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Tununak, AK

Average humidity in December - Tununak, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Tununak, AK

Average rainfall in December - Tununak, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Tununak, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Tununak, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tununak, AK

Average snowfall in December - Tununak, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tununak, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Tununak, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tununak, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Tununak, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (4.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Tununak, AK

Average UV index in December - Tununak, 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 January, April, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Tununak, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Tununak, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 74

The months with the most cloud cover are September and December (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 59).

Average visibility in December
Tununak, AK

Average visibility in December - Tununak, 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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