December weather forecast
Nikolai, AK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still an extremely cold month in Nikolai, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between -3.3°F (-19.6°C) and 7.7°F (-13.5°C).

Temperature

In Nikolai, the average high-temperature in December gently drops from 13.5°F (-10.3°C) in November to a still frigid cold 7.7°F (-13.5°C). Throughout the month of December, Nikolai witnesses an average low-temperature of -3.3°F (-19.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 93%.

Rainfall

In December, in Nikolai, Alaska, the rain falls for 3.4 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Nikolai, there are 111.7 rainfall days, and 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Nikolai, during December, snow falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.17" (182mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Nikolai, there are 96.1 snowfall days, and 38.66" (982mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Nikolai, with an average of 4h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:23 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of December, in Nikolai, sunrise is at 10:52 am and sunset at 3:49 pm AKST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Nikolai, with an average of 2.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard 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, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Nikolai in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Nikolai, Alaska, are 7.7°F (-13.5°C) and -3.3°F (-19.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Nikolai?

The average relative humidity in December is 93%.

How many days does it rain in December in Nikolai?

In Nikolai, during December, the rain falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Nikolai in December?

In Nikolai, Alaska, during December, snow falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.17" (182mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Nikolai?

December has the shortest days of the year in Nikolai, Alaska, with an average of 4h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Nikolai have in December?

In December, the average day length in Nikolai is 4h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Nikolai?

On the first day of December in Nikolai, sunrise is at 10:23 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:52 am and sunset at 3:49 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Nikolai?

With an average of 2.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Nikolai.

How many hours of sunshine does Nikolai have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Nikolai is 2.4h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Nikolai?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Nikolai, Alaska, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Nikolai, AK

Average temperature in December - Nikolai, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 7.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (67.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: -3.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Nikolai, AK

Average pressure in December - Nikolai, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.75"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.72"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Nikolai, AK

Average wind speed in December - Nikolai, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (5.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February, November and December (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Nikolai, AK

Average humidity in December - Nikolai, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 93%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (62%).

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Average rainfall in December
Nikolai, AK

Average rainfall in December - Nikolai, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in December
Nikolai, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Nikolai, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Nikolai, AK

Average snowfall in December - Nikolai, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (10.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Nikolai, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Nikolai, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are March and November (15.8 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
Nikolai, AK

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Nikolai, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Nikolai, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Nikolai, AK

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Nikolai, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Nikolai, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 47).

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Average visibility in December
Nikolai, AK

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

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

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