December weather forecast
Dot Lake, AK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frigid cold month in Dot Lake, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between min -1.5°F (-18.6°C) and max 9.1°F (-12.7°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature for December is an extremely cold 9.1°F (-12.7°C), closely aligning with the temperature of the preceding month. An average low-temperature of -1.5°F (-18.6°C) is noted in Dot Lake during the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Dot Lake, in December, during 2.4 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 70.4 rainfall days, and 7.56" (192mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, August through December are months with snowfall in Dot Lake. In December, it is snowing for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 56.2 snowfall days, and 18.66" (474mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 4h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:50 am and sunset at 3:01 pm. On the last day of December, in Dot Lake, sunrise is at 10:20 am and sunset at 2:58 pm AKST.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Dot Lake are January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Dot Lake?

In December, in Dot Lake, the average high-temperature is 9.1°F (-12.7°C), and the average low-temperature is -1.5°F (-18.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dot Lake?

In Dot Lake, Alaska, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Dot Lake?

In Dot Lake, Alaska, in December, during 2.4 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Dot Lake?

In Dot Lake, in December, snow falls for 8.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dot Lake?

December has the shortest days of the year in Dot Lake, Alaska, with an average of 4h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Dot Lake have in December?

In Dot Lake, the average day length in December is 4h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Dot Lake?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:50 am and sunset at 3:01 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dot Lake, Alaska, sunrise is at 10:20 am and sunset at 2:58 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Dot Lake?

With an average of 2.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Dot Lake, Alaska.

How many hours of sunshine does Dot Lake have in December?

In Dot Lake, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Dot Lake?

The months with the lowest UV index in Dot Lake are January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Dot Lake?

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

Average temperature in December - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 9.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (69.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: -1.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-5.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Dot Lake, AK

Average pressure in December - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.85"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.77"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Dot Lake, AK

Average wind speed in December - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Dot Lake, AK

Average humidity in December - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (51%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dot Lake, AK

Average rainfall in December - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Dot Lake, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Dot Lake, AK

Average snowfall in December - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.32"

The months with the highest snowfall are March and October (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June and July (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Dot Lake, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dot Lake, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 13h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Dot Lake, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (17.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Dot Lake, AK

Average UV index in December - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, September, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Dot Lake, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are March and November (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Dot Lake, AK

Average visibility in December - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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