December weather forecast
Elephant Point, AK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still an extremely cold month in Elephant Point, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 9.9°F (-12.3°C) and 1.4°F (-17°C).

Temperature

Transitioning from November to December involves a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, descending from a subzero cold 18°F (-7.8°C) to an extremely cold 9.9°F (-12.3°C). Elephant Point sustains an average of approximately a polar cold 1.4°F (-17°C) during December nights, with little variation from daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Elephant Point is 91%.

Rainfall

In Elephant Point, Alaska, in December, during 1.5 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 74.6 rainfall days, and 6.69" (170mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Elephant Point are January through May, September through December. In December, in Elephant Point, it is snowing for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated. In Elephant Point, during the entire year, snow falls for 85.7 days and aggregates up to 15.79" (401mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 2h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 11:40 am and sunset at 3:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 12:19 pm and sunset at 3:18 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 1.7h.

UV index

March, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Elephant Point. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Elephant Point in December?

In Elephant Point, 9.9°F (-12.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 1.4°F (-17°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Elephant Point?

The average relative humidity in December is 91%.

How many days does it rain in December in Elephant Point?

In December, the rain falls for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Elephant Point in December?

In Elephant Point, in December, snow falls for 9.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elephant Point?

With an average of 2h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Elephant Point, Alaska.

What is the average length of the day in December in Elephant Point?

In December, the average day length in Elephant Point is 2h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Elephant Point?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:40 am and sunset at 3:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 12:19 pm and sunset at 3:18 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elephant Point have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Elephant Point, Alaska, is 1.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Elephant Point?

The months with the lowest UV index in Elephant Point are March, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Elephant Point?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Elephant Point is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Elephant Point, AK

Average temperature in December - Elephant Point, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 9.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 1.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-1.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Elephant Point, AK

Average pressure in December - Elephant Point, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.79"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (29.95"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.75"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Elephant Point, AK

Average wind speed in December - Elephant Point, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Elephant Point, AK

Average humidity in December - Elephant Point, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and March (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Elephant Point, AK

Average rainfall in December - Elephant Point, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.1").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, May and June (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in December
Elephant Point, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Elephant Point, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (1.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Elephant Point, AK

Average snowfall in December - Elephant Point, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Elephant Point, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Elephant Point, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elephant Point, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elephant Point, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the longest days is July (Average daylight: 19h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 2h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Elephant Point, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Elephant Point, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Elephant Point, AK

Average UV index in December - Elephant Point, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, April, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Elephant Point, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Elephant Point, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 42).

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Average visibility in December
Elephant Point, AK

Average visibility in December - Elephant Point, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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 and December (4mi).

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