December weather forecast
Wales, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wales, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a subzero cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C) in November to a still freezing cold 16.7°F (-8.5°C). Nights during December maintain a steady temperature, averaging at a frigid cold 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Wales is 89%.

Rainfall

In Wales, in December, it is raining for 1.9 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 86.5 rainfall days, and 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. 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

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 3h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 11:55 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 12:30 pm and sunset at 4:00 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In Wales, the average sunshine in December is 1.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

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 much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 1.9 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Wales, Alaska, during December, snow falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Wales, Alaska, is 3h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 11:55 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 12:30 pm and sunset at 4:00 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wales have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 1.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December
Wales, AK

Average temperature in December - Wales, 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
Wales, AK

Average pressure in December - Wales, 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
Wales, AK

Average wind speed in December - Wales, 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
Wales, AK

Average humidity in December - Wales, 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
Wales, AK

Average rainfall in December - Wales, 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
Wales, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Wales, 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
Wales, AK

Average snowfall in December - Wales, 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
Wales, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Wales, 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
Wales, AK

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 22h and 36min).
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
Wales, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Wales, 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
Wales, AK

Average UV index in December - Wales, 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
Wales, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Wales, 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
Wales, AK

Average visibility in December - Wales, 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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