December weather forecast
Old Harbor, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Old Harbor, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.9°F (2.7°C) and min 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

The onset of December marks an average high-temperature of a still icy 36.9°F (2.7°C), hardly differing from November's 39.9°F (4.4°C). During the nights of December, Old Harbor records an average temperature of 32°F (0°C), a minor drop from daytime peaks.

Humidity

In Old Harbor, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Old Harbor, in December, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 4.29" (109mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Old Harbor, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.2 days and collects up to 37.32" (948mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Old Harbor, in December, snow falls for 5.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.32" (59mm) of snow. In Old Harbor, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.1 days and aggregates up to 13.74" (349mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Old Harbor, with an average of 6h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 9:29 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:52 am and sunset at 4:40 pm AKST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Old Harbor.

UV index

In Old Harbor, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Old Harbor in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Old Harbor, is 36.9°F (2.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32°F (0°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Old Harbor?

In Old Harbor, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Old Harbor?

In Old Harbor, Alaska, during December, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Old Harbor?

In Old Harbor, during December, snow falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Old Harbor?

The month with the shortest days in Old Harbor, Alaska, is December, with an average of 6h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Old Harbor?

In December, the average day length is 6h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Old Harbor?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:29 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Old Harbor, Alaska, sunrise is at 9:52 am and sunset at 4:40 pm AKST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Old Harbor?

The months with the least sunshine in Old Harbor are January and December, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Old Harbor have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Old Harbor, Alaska, is 2.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Old Harbor?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Old Harbor, AK

Average temperature in December - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (57.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (30.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Old Harbor, AK

Average pressure in December - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.55"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.55"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Old Harbor, AK

Average wind speed in December - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 14.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Old Harbor, AK

Average humidity in December - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (80%).

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Average rainfall in December
Old Harbor, AK

Average rainfall in December - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.29"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in December
Old Harbor, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Old Harbor, AK

Average snowfall in December - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Old Harbor, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (8.5 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
Old Harbor, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Old Harbor, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Old Harbor, AK

Average UV index in December - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 3).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Old Harbor, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 52).

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Average visibility in December
Old Harbor, AK

Average visibility in December - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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