December weather forecastAkiak, AK
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Akiak, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and 7.9°F (-13.4°C).Temperature
The start of December signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from 23.2°F (-4.9°C) in November to a still freezing cold 16.7°F (-8.5°C). The nights of December cool down to an average low of 7.9°F (-13.4°C), subtly lower than daytime highs.Humidity
In Akiak, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 5.6 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129.5 rainfall days, and 16.46" (418mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Akiak, in December, during 12.8 snowfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Akiak, during the entire year, snow falls for 74.8 days and aggregates up to 22.91" (582mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 5h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:29 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, in Akiak, sunrise is at 10:55 am and sunset at 4:40 pm AKST.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine.UV index
February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Akiak. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Akiak, AK
- Average high temperature in December: 16.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (62.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 7.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Akiak, AK
- Average pressure in December: 29.64"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.64"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Akiak, AK
- Average wind speed in December: 12.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Akiak, AK
- Average humidity in December: 90%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (65%).
Average rainfall in December
Akiak, AK
- Average rainfall in December: 1.14"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and April (0.91").
Average rainfall days in December
Akiak, AK
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (4.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Akiak, AK
- Average snowfall in December: 3.5"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Akiak, AK
- Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Akiak, AK
- Average daylight in December: 5h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 2h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Akiak, AK
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Akiak, AK
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Akiak, AK
- Average cloud cover in December: 62
The months with the most cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 54).
Average visibility in December
Akiak, AK
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and November (5mi).
