December weather forecast
Unalakleet, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Unalakleet, is also a frigid cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 12.4°F (-10.9°C) and 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather reveals a slight temperature decrease, transitioning from a subzero cold 19.6°F (-6.9°C) in November to a frigid cold 12.4°F (-10.9°C). Unalakleet's December nights demonstrate minimal variation from the daytime temperatures, with an average of 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

Humidity

In Unalakleet, the average relative humidity in December is 91%.

Rainfall

In Unalakleet, during December, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. In Unalakleet, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.6 days and collects up to 13.39" (340mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In December, it is snowing for 15.1 days. Throughout December, 4.21" (107mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 94.3 snowfall days, and 27.2" (691mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 4h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 10:59 am and sunset at 4:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:30 am and sunset at 4:02 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In Unalakleet, Alaska, the average sunshine in December is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Unalakleet, is 12.4°F (-10.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Unalakleet?

In December, the average relative humidity is 91%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Unalakleet, in December, it is raining for 3.6 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Unalakleet in December?

In Unalakleet, during December, snow falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 4h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Unalakleet have in December?

In December, the average day length is 4h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 10:59 am and sunset at 4:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:30 am and sunset at 4:02 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Unalakleet?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Unalakleet, AK

Average temperature in December - Unalakleet, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 12.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Unalakleet, AK

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Unalakleet, AK

Average wind speed in December - Unalakleet, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Unalakleet, AK

Average humidity in December - Unalakleet, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Unalakleet, AK

Average rainfall in December - Unalakleet, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Unalakleet, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Unalakleet, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Unalakleet, AK

Average snowfall in December - Unalakleet, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Unalakleet, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Unalakleet, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (16.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Unalakleet, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Unalakleet, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Unalakleet, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Unalakleet, AK

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Unalakleet, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Unalakleet, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 50).

Average visibility in December
Unalakleet, AK

Average visibility in December - Unalakleet, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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 and December (4mi).

Unalakleet, Alaska, USA

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