December weather forecast
Akutan, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Akutan, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 37°F (2.8°C) and min 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December brings an average high-temperature of a still cold 37°F (2.8°C), marking an inconsequential divergence from November. Akutan experiences a subtle drop in temperature during the December nights, recording an average of 33.8°F (1°C).

Humidity

November and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Akutan. Rain falls for 15.3 days and accumulates 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Akutan are January through May, October through December. In Akutan, during December, snow falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.43" (138mm) of snow. In Akutan, Alaska, during the entire year, snow falls for 78.3 days and aggregates up to 30.39" (772mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature in Akutan is 41.5°F (5.3°C).
Note: Swimming in 41.5°F (5.3°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:00 am and sunset at 5:44 pm. On the last day of December, in Akutan, Alaska, sunrise is at 10:22 am and sunset at 5:50 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 2h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Akutan?

The high-temperature in Akutan, Alaska, during December is 37°F (2.8°C) and the low-temperature is 33.8°F (1°C).

What are the least humid months in Akutan?

November and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the least humid months in Akutan.

What is the average humidity in December in Akutan?

In December, the average relative humidity in Akutan is 80%.

What is the rainiest month in Akutan?

The month with the most rainfall in Akutan is December, when the rain falls for 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Akutan in December?

In Akutan, in December, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 4.21" (107mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Akutan?

In Akutan, in December, during 12.9 snowfall days, 5.43" (138mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in December in Akutan?

In December, the average ocean temperature in Akutan, Alaska, is 41.5°F (5.3°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 Akutan?

With an average of 7h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Akutan, Alaska.

What is the average length of the day in December in Akutan?

In Akutan, Alaska, the average day length in December is 7h and 27min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Akutan?

On the first day of December in Akutan, sunrise is at 10:00 am and sunset at 5:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:22 am and sunset at 5:50 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Akutan?

With an average of 2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Akutan, Alaska.

How long on average sun shines in December in Akutan?

In Akutan, Alaska, the average sunshine duration in December is 2h.

How high is the UV index in December in Akutan?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Akutan, Alaska, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Akutan, AK

Average temperature in December - Akutan, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (53.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (30.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Akutan, AK

Average pressure in December - Akutan, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.52"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (29.5"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Akutan, AK

Average wind speed in December - Akutan, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (16.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Akutan, AK

Average humidity in December - Akutan, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are November and December (80%).

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Average rainfall in December
Akutan, AK

Average rainfall in December - Akutan, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.21"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in December
Akutan, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Akutan, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Akutan, AK

Average snowfall in December - Akutan, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Akutan, AK

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Akutan, AK

Average sea temperature in December - Akutan, AK
  • Average sea temperature in December: 41.6°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.6°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Akutan, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Akutan, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Akutan, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (9.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (3.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Akutan, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, April and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Akutan, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Akutan, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 66).

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Average visibility in December
Akutan, AK

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

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

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