December weather forecast
Ninilchik, AK

Share

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Ninilchik, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

December is marked by an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C), almost identical to the preceding month. Throughout the nights in December, Ninilchik notes an average low of 20.3°F (-6.5°C), a small dip from the daytime peak.

Humidity

In Ninilchik, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout December, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ninilchik, Alaska, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.3 days and collects up to 24.65" (626mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.6 days and accumulates 10.43" (265mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 6h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 9:43 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:09 am and sunset at 4:10 pm AKST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures in Ninilchik vary between a high-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and a low-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ninilchik, during December, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 15.6 days and typically aggregates up to 10.43" (265mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Ninilchik, in December, snow falls for 15.6 days, with typically accumulated 10.43" (265mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 6h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Ninilchik have in December?

In Ninilchik, the average day length in December is 6h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ninilchik?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 9:43 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:09 am and sunset at 4:10 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 3.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Ninilchik.

How many hours of sunshine does Ninilchik have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Ninilchik, AK

Average temperature in December - Ninilchik, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (61.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Ninilchik, AK

Average pressure in December - Ninilchik, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.63"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.63"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ninilchik, AK

Average wind speed in December - Ninilchik, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, November and December (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Ninilchik, AK

Average humidity in December - Ninilchik, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Ninilchik, AK

Average rainfall in December - Ninilchik, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.39").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and May (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
Ninilchik, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Ninilchik, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ninilchik, AK

Average snowfall in December - Ninilchik, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 10.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (10.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ninilchik, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Ninilchik, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ninilchik, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ninilchik, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Ninilchik, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and March (13.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (8.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Ninilchik, AK

Average UV index in December - Ninilchik, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and October (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Ninilchik, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Ninilchik, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 46).

Average visibility in December
Ninilchik, AK

Average visibility in December - Ninilchik, 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).

Ninilchik, Alaska, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location