December weather forecast
Juneau, AK

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Blooming fireweed in Juneau, Alaska with snowy mountain peaks in the distance
Blooming fireweed in Juneau, Alaska with snowy mountain peaks in the distance

Weather in December

December welcomes winter back to Juneau with cold temperatures and heavy snowfall. An average accumulation of 62.8" (1595mm) of snow, the highest after January, blankets the city. While temperatures mirror those in January, daylight hours are at their shortest for the year. The sea temperature drops to 43.3°F (6.3°C), marking a distinct difference compared to the warmer months. With a strong wind gust of 11.3mph (18.2km/h) providing an additional chill to the air, December paints a serene and quiet winter landscape in Juneau.

Temperature

Juneau's temperatures tend to hit their minimum during January and December, with an average high-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 90%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 8.98" (228mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Juneau, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.4 days and collects up to 85.87" (2181mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall in Juneau, Alaska. Snow falls for 21.8 days and accumulates 62.8" (1595mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Juneau, in December, the average water temperature is 43.3°F (6.3°C).
Note: With an efficient thermal swimsuit, one can navigate 43.3°F (6.3°C) even if it's colder than 50°F (10°C); otherwise, rapid cold shock and breathlessness might set in. Barely wading at 55.4°F (13°C) feels chilly.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 6h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 3:12 pm. On the last day of December, in Juneau, Alaska, sunrise is at 8:45 am and sunset at 3:16 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Juneau is 2.9h.

UV index

January, April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Juneau, Alaska. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Juneau?

During January and December, Juneau registers its lowest temperatures, averaging a high of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

How cold is December in Juneau?

In Juneau, in December, the average high-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 19°F (-7.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Juneau?

In December, the average relative humidity in Juneau, Alaska, is 90%.

How much does it rain in Juneau in December?

In Juneau, Alaska, in December, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 8.98" (228mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Juneau?

The month with the most snowfall in Juneau, Alaska, is December, when snow falls for 21.8 days and typically aggregates up to 62.8" (1595mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Juneau in December?

In Juneau, Alaska, during December, snow falls for 21.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 62.8" (1595mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in December in Juneau?

In Juneau, Alaska, in December, the average water temperature is 43.3°F (6.3°C). Swimming in 43.3°F (6.3°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the month with the shortest days in Juneau?

With an average of 6h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Juneau, Alaska.

How many hours of daylight does Juneau have in December?

In December, the average day length in Juneau, Alaska, is 6h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Juneau?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 3:12 pm. On the last day of the month, in Juneau, Alaska, sunrise is at 8:45 am and sunset at 3:16 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Juneau have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Juneau is 2.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Juneau?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Juneau?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Juneau, AK

Average temperature in December - Juneau, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (55.8°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (45.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Juneau, AK

Average pressure in December - Juneau, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.87"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.8"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Juneau, AK

Average wind speed in December - Juneau, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (3.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Juneau, AK

Average humidity in December - Juneau, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (86%).

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Average rainfall in December
Juneau, AK

Average rainfall in December - Juneau, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 8.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (9.88").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (4.13").

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Average rainfall days in December
Juneau, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Juneau, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Juneau, AK

Average snowfall in December - Juneau, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 62.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (62.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Juneau, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Juneau, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 21.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.9 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
Juneau, AK

Average sea temperature in December - Juneau, AK
  • Average sea temperature in December: 43.3°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (53.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (40.3°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Juneau, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Juneau, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Juneau, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (10 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (6.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Juneau, AK

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Juneau, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Juneau, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The months with the most cloud cover are January and November (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 61).

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Average visibility in December
Juneau, AK

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (4mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (4mi).

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