December weather forecast
Hope, AK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Hope, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and 10.2°F (-12.1°C).

Temperature

December's arrival registers an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 20.1°F (-6.6°C), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. Hope's average low-temperature in December is measured at a frigid cold 10.2°F (-12.1°C).

Humidity

March and December, with an average relative humidity of 92%, are the most humid months in Hope.

Rainfall

In Hope, in December, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Hope, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 23.62" (600mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hope are January through May, September through December. The month with the most snowfall in Hope is December, when snow falls for 17.6 days and typically aggregates up to 9.57" (243mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 5h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hope.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 9:43 am and sunset at 3:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:09 am and sunset at 3:54 pm AKST.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Hope.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Hope?

December temperatures in Hope, Alaska, vary between a high-temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and a low-temperature of 10.2°F (-12.1°C).

What is the most humid month in Hope?

March and December, with an average relative humidity of 92%, are most humid months in Hope, Alaska.

What is the average humidity in December in Hope?

In December, the average relative humidity in Hope is 92%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hope?

In Hope, Alaska, during December, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Hope?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 17.6 days and typically aggregates up to 9.57" (243mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Hope in December?

In December, it is snowing for 17.6 days. Throughout December, 9.57" (243mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hope?

With an average of 5h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

The average day length in December in Hope is 5h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hope?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:43 am and sunset at 3:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:09 am and sunset at 3:54 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hope?

The month with the least sunshine in Hope, Alaska, is December, with an average of 2.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Hope have in December?

In Hope, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hope?

The months with the lowest UV index in Hope, Alaska, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Hope?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Hope is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hope, AK

Average temperature in December - Hope, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (56.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hope, AK

Average pressure in December - Hope, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.67"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.66"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Hope, AK

Average wind speed in December - Hope, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (5.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hope, AK

Average humidity in December - Hope, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (79%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hope, AK

Average rainfall in December - Hope, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hope, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Hope, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hope, AK

Average snowfall in December - Hope, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hope, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Hope, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hope, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 5h and 4min

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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hope, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Hope, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hope, AK

Average UV index in December - Hope, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Hope, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Hope, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 55).

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Average visibility in December
Hope, AK

Average visibility in December - Hope, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The month with the highest visibility is June (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (4mi).

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