December weather forecast
Kaltag, AK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still an extremely cold month in Kaltag, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between min -3.1°F (-19.5°C) and max 5.5°F (-14.7°C).

Temperature

December brings a minor shift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from an extreme cold 12.4°F (-10.9°C) in November to an extremely cold 5.5°F (-14.7°C). Recording a slight decline in temperature during the nights, Kaltag's December temperatures average at a polar cold -3.1°F (-19.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 94%.

Rainfall

In Kaltag, during December, the rain falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. In Kaltag, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.2 days and collects up to 15.43" (392mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Kaltag, in December, snow falls for 16.6 days, with typically accumulated 9.37" (238mm) of snow. In Kaltag, during the entire year, snow falls for 106.4 days and aggregates up to 51.85" (1317mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 4h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Kaltag, sunrise is at 10:57 am and sunset at 3:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:29 am and sunset at 3:47 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Kaltag are June and December, with an average of 2.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kaltag, Alaska, are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Kaltag in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Kaltag are 5.5°F (-14.7°C) and -3.1°F (-19.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Kaltag?

The average relative humidity in December in Kaltag, Alaska, is 94%.

How many days does it rain in December in Kaltag?

In December, in Kaltag, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Kaltag?

In Kaltag, in December, snow falls for 16.6 days, with typically accumulated 9.37" (238mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kaltag?

The month with the shortest days in Kaltag is December, with an average of 4h and 18min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Kaltag is 4h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Kaltag?

On the first day of December in Kaltag, sunrise is at 10:57 am and sunset at 3:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:29 am and sunset at 3:47 pm AKST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Kaltag?

June and December, with an average of 2.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Kaltag.

How many hours of sunshine does Kaltag have in December?

In Kaltag, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Kaltag?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Kaltag?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Kaltag is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Kaltag, AK

Average temperature in December - Kaltag, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 5.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (64.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: -3.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-7.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Kaltag, AK

Average pressure in December - Kaltag, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.78"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are February, March and May (29.91"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.74"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Kaltag, AK

Average wind speed in December - Kaltag, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Kaltag, AK

Average humidity in December - Kaltag, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 94%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (61%).

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Average rainfall in December
Kaltag, AK

Average rainfall in December - Kaltag, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Kaltag, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Kaltag, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Kaltag, AK

Average snowfall in December - Kaltag, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Kaltag, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Kaltag, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (17.2 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
Kaltag, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kaltag, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Kaltag, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Kaltag, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Kaltag, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are May and June (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Kaltag, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Kaltag, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 45).

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Average visibility in December
Kaltag, AK

Average visibility in December - Kaltag, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 3mi

The month with the highest visibility is June (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (3mi).

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