December weather forecast
Paimiut, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Paimiut, is still an extremely cold month, with an average temperature varying between 4.1°F (-15.5°C) and 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a minor change in the average high-temperature, shifting from a freezing cold 19.9°F (-6.7°C) in November to a frigid cold 13.5°F (-10.3°C). The average temperature during December nights in Paimiut is registered at an arctic cold 4.1°F (-15.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Paimiut is 91%.

Rainfall

In Paimiut, Alaska, in December, it is raining for 6.2 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Paimiut, there are 108.2 rainfall days, and 11.1" (282mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Paimiut. In Paimiut, during December, snow falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow. In Paimiut, during the entire year, snow falls for 86.5 days and aggregates up to 23.43" (595mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Paimiut, with an average of 5h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Paimiut, sunrise is at 10:35 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:03 am and sunset at 4:25 pm AKST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Paimiut, with an average of 2.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Paimiut are February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Paimiut?

During December, Paimiut experiences an average high-temperature of 13.5°F (-10.3°C) and a low-temperature of 4.1°F (-15.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Paimiut?

In Paimiut, the average relative humidity in December is 91%.

How much does it rain in Paimiut in December?

In December, in Paimiut, the rain falls for 6.2 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Paimiut?

In Paimiut, Alaska, during December, snow falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Paimiut?

December has the shortest days of the year in Paimiut, Alaska, with an average of 5h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Paimiut have in December?

In Paimiut, the average day length in December is 5h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Paimiut?

On the first day of December in Paimiut, sunrise is at 10:35 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:03 am and sunset at 4:25 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Paimiut?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 2.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Paimiut?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Paimiut, Alaska, is 2.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Paimiut?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Paimiut?

In Paimiut, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Paimiut, AK

Average temperature in December - Paimiut, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 13.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (64.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 4.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°F).

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Average pressure in December
Paimiut, AK

Average pressure in December - Paimiut, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.69"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.93"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.68"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Paimiut, AK

Average wind speed in December - Paimiut, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Paimiut, AK

Average humidity in December - Paimiut, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (62%).

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Average rainfall in December
Paimiut, AK

Average rainfall in December - Paimiut, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and May (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in December
Paimiut, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Paimiut, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Paimiut, AK

Average snowfall in December - Paimiut, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Paimiut, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Paimiut, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16.1 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
Paimiut, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Paimiut, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Paimiut, AK

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Paimiut, AK

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Paimiut, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Paimiut, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

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Average visibility in December
Paimiut, AK

Average visibility in December - Paimiut, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are March and April (4mi).

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