December weather forecast
Pelican, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pelican, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and an average low of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

The shift into December finds Pelican at an average high-temperature of a subzero cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C), closely comparable to November's conditions. In December, a low-temperature average of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) is characteristic of Pelican, marking a minor shift from daytime temperatures.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Pelican, in December, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 182.7 rainfall days, and 37.4" (950mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pelican, during December, snow falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 11.18" (284mm) of snow. In Pelican, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.8 days and aggregates up to 53.78" (1366mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 6h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 3:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:49 am and sunset at 3:26 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are 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 radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Pelican, the average high-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Pelican, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Pelican, during December, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 11.9 days. Throughout December, 11.18" (284mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 6h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Pelican have in December?

In December, the average day length in Pelican is 6h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 3:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:49 am and sunset at 3:26 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Pelican?

The months with the least sunshine in Pelican are January and December, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.9h.

What is the month 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index 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
Pelican, AK

Average temperature in December - Pelican, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (57.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Pelican, AK

Average pressure in December - Pelican, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.83"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.77"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Pelican, AK

Average wind speed in December - Pelican, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (3.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Pelican, AK

Average humidity in December - Pelican, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (84%).

Average rainfall in December
Pelican, AK

Average rainfall in December - Pelican, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.58"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Pelican, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Pelican, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pelican, AK

Average snowfall in December - Pelican, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 11.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pelican, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Pelican, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pelican, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 4min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pelican, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Pelican, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are February and May (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Pelican, AK

Average UV index in December - Pelican, 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
Pelican, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Pelican, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 56).

Average visibility in December
Pelican, AK

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (4mi).

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