December weather forecast
Whitshed, AK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Whitshed, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

Whitshed's weather in December displays an average high-temperature of a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C), showing minor disparity from November's 34.5°F (1.4°C). During December's nights, Whitshed notes a minor temperature decline, reaching an average of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Whitshed, Alaska, in December, during 14.5 rainfall days, 8.98" (228mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Whitshed, during the entire year, the rain falls for 191.3 days and collects up to 72.4" (1839mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.9 days and typically aggregates up to 17.76" (451mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 5h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:24 am and sunset at 3:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 9:50 am and sunset at 3:44 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 2.1h of sunshine.

UV index

November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Whitshed. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Whitshed, is 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Whitshed, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Whitshed, during December, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.98" (228mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.9 days and accumulates 17.76" (451mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Whitshed, in December, snow falls for 12.9 days, with typically accumulated 17.76" (451mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 5h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Whitshed.

How many hours of daylight does Whitshed have in December?

In December, the average day length is 5h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 9:24 am and sunset at 3:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:50 am and sunset at 3:44 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Whitshed?

With an average of 2.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Whitshed 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 temperature in December
Whitshed, AK

Average temperature in December - Whitshed, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (58.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Whitshed, AK

Average pressure in December - Whitshed, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.68"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.65"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Whitshed, AK

Average wind speed in December - Whitshed, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 12mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Whitshed, AK

Average humidity in December - Whitshed, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Whitshed, AK

Average rainfall in December - Whitshed, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 8.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (9.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2.72").

Average rainfall days in December
Whitshed, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Whitshed, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Whitshed, AK

Average snowfall in December - Whitshed, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 17.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (17.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Whitshed, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Whitshed, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Whitshed, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Whitshed, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Whitshed, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (8 days).

Average UV index in December
Whitshed, AK

Average UV index in December - Whitshed, 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 November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Whitshed, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Whitshed, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 57).

Average visibility in December
Whitshed, AK

Average visibility in December - Whitshed, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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