December weather forecast
Ohogamiut, AK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Ohogamiut, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between max 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and min 7.9°F (-13.4°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December coincides with a small decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a still freezing cold 16.7°F (-8.5°C) from a subzero cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C). In the month of December, Ohogamiut experiences a minor discrepancy from peak daytime temperatures, settling at an average low-temperature of 7.9°F (-13.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ohogamiut, in December, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ohogamiut, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.5 days and collects up to 16.46" (418mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ohogamiut, Alaska, are January through May, September through December. In December, it is snowing for 12.8 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is accumulated. In Ohogamiut, during the entire year, snow falls for 74.8 days and aggregates up to 22.91" (582mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 5h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:38 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, in Ohogamiut, sunrise is at 11:05 am and sunset at 4:36 pm AKST.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Ohogamiut.

UV index

February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Ohogamiut. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following 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. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Ohogamiut?

In Ohogamiut, in December, the average high-temperature is 16.7°F (-8.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 7.9°F (-13.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ohogamiut?

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

How much does it rain in Ohogamiut in December?

In Ohogamiut, Alaska, during December, the rain falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Ohogamiut?

In Ohogamiut, in December, snow falls for 12.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ohogamiut?

December has the shortest days of the year in Ohogamiut, Alaska, with an average of 5h and 30min of daylight.

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

In Ohogamiut, Alaska, the average day length in December is 5h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ohogamiut?

On the first day of December in Ohogamiut, sunrise is at 10:38 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:05 am and sunset at 4:36 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ohogamiut?

The month with the least sunshine in Ohogamiut is December, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Ohogamiut have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Ohogamiut is 2.7h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Ohogamiut, Alaska, are February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Ohogamiut?

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

Average temperature in December - Ohogamiut, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 16.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (62.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ohogamiut, AK

Average pressure in December - Ohogamiut, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.64"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.64"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Ohogamiut, AK

Average wind speed in December - Ohogamiut, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ohogamiut, AK

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (65%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ohogamiut, AK

Average rainfall in December - Ohogamiut, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and April (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ohogamiut, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Ohogamiut, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ohogamiut, AK

Average snowfall in December - Ohogamiut, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ohogamiut, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Ohogamiut, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.8 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
Ohogamiut, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ohogamiut, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 5h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ohogamiut, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Ohogamiut, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ohogamiut, AK

Average UV index in December - Ohogamiut, 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, March and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Ohogamiut, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Ohogamiut, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The months with the most cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 54).

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Average visibility in December
Ohogamiut, AK

Average visibility in December - Ohogamiut, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and November (5mi).

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