December weather forecastPelican, AK
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Pelican, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and min 27.3°F (-2.6°C).Temperature
Pelican indicates an average high-temperature of a freezing cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C) in December, showing minor variation from November's 35.1°F (1.7°C). Pelican sees a gentle drop from the daily peak temperature in December, with an average low settling at 27.3°F (-2.6°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 87%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Pelican, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.7 days and collects up to 37.4" (950mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Pelican, Alaska. In December, it is snowing for 11.9 days. Throughout December, 11.18" (284mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 60.8 snowfall days, and 53.78" (1366mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 6h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 3:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:49 am and sunset at 3:26 pm AKST.
Sunshine
January and December, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Pelican, AK
- Average high temperature in December: 31.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (57.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Pelican, AK
- Average pressure in December: 29.83"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.77"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Pelican, AK
- Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (3.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Pelican, AK
- Average humidity in December: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (84%).
Average rainfall in December
Pelican, AK
- Average rainfall in December: 3.58"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (1.61").
Average rainfall days in December
Pelican, AK
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Pelican, AK
- Average snowfall in December: 11.18"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Pelican, AK
- Average snowfall days in December: 11.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pelican, AK
- Average daylight in December: 6h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 2h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Pelican, AK
- Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days
The months with the most sunshine days are February and May (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Pelican, AK
- Average UV index in December: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Pelican, AK
- Average cloud cover in December: 70
The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 56).
Average visibility in December
Pelican, AK
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (4mi).
