December weather forecast
Rowan Bay, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rowan Bay, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 37.2°F (2.9°C) and an average high of 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

As December takes hold, the average high-temperature is an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. Rowan Bay navigates through December with a barely noticeable decrease in temperature at night, stabilizing at a still cold 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Rowan Bay, during December, the rain falls for 19.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.76" (197mm) of precipitation. In Rowan Bay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 223.5 days and collects up to 72.17" (1833mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Rowan Bay, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 27.6 snowfall days, and 16.02" (407mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 6h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 3:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:32 am and sunset at 3:28 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.2h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a low-temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rowan Bay?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 19.7 days. Throughout December, 7.76" (197mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Rowan Bay, Alaska, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 6h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Rowan Bay, the average day length in December is 6h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Rowan Bay?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 3:23 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rowan Bay, sunrise is at 8:32 am and sunset at 3:28 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rowan Bay have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Rowan Bay?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Rowan Bay, AK

Average temperature in December - Rowan Bay, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (57.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (35.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Rowan Bay, AK

Average pressure in December - Rowan Bay, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.8"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.72"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rowan Bay, AK

Average wind speed in December - Rowan Bay, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 15.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (8.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Rowan Bay, AK

Average humidity in December - Rowan Bay, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Rowan Bay, AK

Average rainfall in December - Rowan Bay, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 7.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (9.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (3.07").

Average rainfall days in December
Rowan Bay, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Rowan Bay, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (23.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rowan Bay, AK

Average snowfall in December - Rowan Bay, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rowan Bay, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Rowan Bay, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rowan Bay, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rowan Bay, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rowan Bay, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Rowan Bay, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (13.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (5.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Rowan Bay, AK

Average UV index in December - Rowan Bay, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Rowan Bay, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Rowan Bay, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and September (Cloud cover 55).

Average visibility in December
Rowan Bay, AK

Average visibility in December - Rowan Bay, 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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