December weather forecast
Cold Bay, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cold Bay, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.9°F (0.5°C) and max 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

Cold Bay greets December with an average high-temperature of a still cold 36.5°F (2.5°C), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. Cold Bay's December nights observe a minor shift from the daytime temperatures, resulting in an average dip to a still cold 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

In Cold Bay, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.4 days and accumulates 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 9 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated. In Cold Bay, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.3 days and aggregates up to 14.49" (368mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Cold Bay, with an average of 7h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 9:54 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:16 am and sunset at 5:31 pm AKST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Cold Bay, with an average of 2.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Cold Bay in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Cold Bay?

The average relative humidity in December in Cold Bay, Alaska, is 81%.

What is the rainiest month in Cold Bay?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Cold Bay in December?

In Cold Bay, during December, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Cold Bay in December?

In Cold Bay, in December, during 9 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cold Bay?

December has the shortest days of the year in Cold Bay, Alaska, with an average of 7h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Cold Bay have in December?

In Cold Bay, Alaska, the average day length in December is 7h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Cold Bay?

On the first day of December in Cold Bay, Alaska, sunrise is at 9:54 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:16 am and sunset at 5:31 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Cold Bay?

The month with the least sunshine in Cold Bay, Alaska, is December, with an average of 2.2h of sunshine.

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

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Cold Bay?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Cold Bay, Alaska, is 2. A UV Index value 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
Cold Bay, AK

Average temperature in December - Cold Bay, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (54.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (28.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Cold Bay, AK

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (29.52"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Cold Bay, AK

Average wind speed in December - Cold Bay, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Cold Bay, AK

Average humidity in December - Cold Bay, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (80%).

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Average rainfall in December
Cold Bay, AK

Average rainfall in December - Cold Bay, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in December
Cold Bay, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Cold Bay, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Cold Bay, AK

Average snowfall in December - Cold Bay, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Cold Bay, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Cold Bay, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and December (9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cold Bay, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Cold Bay, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Cold Bay, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and December (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Cold Bay, AK

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Cold Bay, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Cold Bay, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 71).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and October (Cloud cover 63).

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Average visibility in December
Cold Bay, AK

Average visibility in December - Cold 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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