December weather forecast
Yakutat, AK

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A beautiful panorama of the famous St Elias Mountain covered in snow and clouds, with a view of the Hubbard Glacier, Yakutat, Alaska
A beautiful panorama of the famous St Elias Mountain covered in snow and clouds, with a view of the Hubbard Glacier, Yakutat, Alaska

Weather in December

December in Yakutat, Alaska marks the fully fledged return of the winter, with high snowfall, low temperatures, and longer nights. Snowfall takes a leap to reach 9.41" (239mm), heralding the arrival of the most severe winter month. Amid the low temperatures, longer nights, and the minimal daylight hours, every element works in tandem to bring the frosty chill of winter. The month’s consistent weather forms a prelude to the forthcoming repeat of the annual climatalogical cycle. Despite the extreme weather, the beautiful winter landscape of Yakutat makes December a unique experience.

Temperature

Yakutat notes an average high-temperature of a still wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C) in December, displaying minor variation from November. Yakutat, in December, logs an average low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C), a subtle step down from daytime readings.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Yakutat, in December, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 7.8" (198mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Yakutat, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.7 days and collects up to 60.71" (1542mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Yakutat, Alaska, in December, during 8 snowfall days, 9.41" (239mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Yakutat, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.2 days and aggregates up to 45.31" (1151mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Yakutat, the average seawater temperature in December is 44.6°F (7°C).
Note: One needs to be cautious in 44.6°F (7°C) waters. 55.4°F (13°C) is already forbidding, but sub14°F (-10°C) can seriously disrupt your breathing and lead to a frigid shock, considering one's well-being.

Daylight

With an average of 6h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:51 am and sunset at 3:24 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 9:16 am and sunset at 3:27 pm AKST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.4h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 36.3°F (2.4°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Yakutat?

In Yakutat, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Yakutat, in December, during 14.2 rainfall days, 7.8" (198mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Yakutat, during December, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.41" (239mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in December?

In Yakutat, the average seawater temperature in December is 44.6°F (7°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days in Yakutat?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 6h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Yakutat have in December?

In December, the average day length is 6h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:51 am and sunset at 3:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:16 am and sunset at 3:27 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Yakutat, AK

Average temperature in December - Yakutat, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (53.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Yakutat, AK

Average pressure in December - Yakutat, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.74"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.02"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.69"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Yakutat, AK

Average wind speed in December - Yakutat, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Yakutat, AK

Average humidity in December - Yakutat, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Yakutat, AK

Average rainfall in December - Yakutat, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 7.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (8.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2.32").

Average rainfall days in December
Yakutat, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Yakutat, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Yakutat, AK

Average snowfall in December - Yakutat, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Yakutat, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Yakutat, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Yakutat, AK

Average sea temperature in December - Yakutat, AK
  • Average sea temperature in December: 45°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (57°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (43°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Yakutat, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Yakutat, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Yakutat, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Yakutat, AK

Average UV index in December - Yakutat, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Yakutat, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Yakutat, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 55).

Average visibility in December
Yakutat, AK

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

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

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