Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average sea temperature in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The commencement of December in Kotzebue, Alaska, includes a gentle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping a bit from a subzero cold 17.2°F (-8.2°C) in November to an extremely cold 9.5°F (-12.5°C). Kotzebue's December nights exhibit a subtle drop in temperature, averaging at a polar cold 3°F (-16.1°C), closely aligned with the daytime highs.Humidity
In Kotzebue, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.Rainfall
In Kotzebue, in December, it is raining for 2.3 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Kotzebue, during the entire year, the rain falls for 83.3 days and collects up to 11.85" (301mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Kotzebue. In Kotzebue, during December, snow falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow. In Kotzebue, during the entire year, snow falls for 86.9 days and aggregates up to 21.46" (545mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
With an average ocean temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C), December is the month with the coldest seawater.Note: In relation to swimming, this scenario is excessively cold, perilous, and a direct threat to life. Hypothermia strikes rapidly in the absence of insulated waterproof gear.
Daylight
In Kotzebue, the average length of the day in December is 2h and 14min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:59 am and sunset at 3:20 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 12:43 pm and sunset at 3:03 pm AKST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Kotzebue is 1h.UV index
February, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Kotzebue. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Frequently asked questions
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How many hours of daylight does Kotzebue have in December?
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Average temperature in December
Kotzebue, AK
- Average high temperature in December: 9.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (54.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.3°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (48.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-1.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Kotzebue, AK
- Average pressure in December: 29.82"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.77"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Kotzebue, AK
- Average wind speed in December: 11.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (13.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.9mph).
Average humidity in December
Kotzebue, AK
- Average humidity in December: 89%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Kotzebue, AK
- Average rainfall in December: 0.79"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.47").
Average rainfall days in December
Kotzebue, AK
- Average rainfall days in December: 2.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (2.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Kotzebue, AK
- Average snowfall in December: 2.8"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Kotzebue, AK
- Average snowfall days in December: 12.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.6 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Kotzebue, AK
- Average sea temperature in December: 29.4°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (54.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is December (29.4°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kotzebue, AK
- Average daylight in December: 2h and 1min
The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 20h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in December: 1h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Kotzebue, AK
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13 days).
Average UV index in December
Kotzebue, AK
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, April, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Kotzebue, AK
- Average cloud cover in December: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in December
Kotzebue, AK
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (5mi).
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