December weather forecast
Pelican, AK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Pelican, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

Pelican records an average high-temperature of a freezing cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C) as December arrives, nearly mirroring the previous month's climate. December introduces a small decrease to a nighttime average of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) in Pelican.

Humidity

In Pelican, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Pelican, in December, during 12.8 rainfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pelican, Alaska, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.7 days and collects up to 37.4" (950mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Pelican are January through April, October through December. In Pelican, in December, snow falls for 11.9 days, with typically accumulated 11.18" (284mm) of snow. In Pelican, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.8 days and aggregates up to 53.78" (1366mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 6h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Pelican, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 3:22 pm. On the last day of the month, 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 in Pelican, Alaska.

UV index

November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Pelican. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Pelican in December?

During December, Pelican experiences an average high-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and a low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Pelican?

In Pelican, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in Pelican in December?

In Pelican, in December, during 12.8 rainfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Pelican in December?

In December, in Pelican, Alaska, it is snowing for 11.9 days. Throughout December, 11.18" (284mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pelican?

The month with the shortest days in Pelican, Alaska, is December, with an average of 6h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Pelican have in December?

The average day length in December in Pelican is 6h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Pelican?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 3:22 pm. On the last day of the month, in Pelican, Alaska, sunrise is at 8:49 am and sunset at 3:26 pm AKST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Pelican?

January and December, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Pelican, Alaska.

How long on average sun shines in December in Pelican?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Pelican?

November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Pelican.

How high is the UV index in December in Pelican?

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

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).

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Average pressure in December
Pelican, AK

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Pelican, AK

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).

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Average humidity in December
Pelican, AK

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Pelican, AK

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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Pelican, AK

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).

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Average snowfall in December
Pelican, AK

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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Pelican, AK

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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pelican, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 4min

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 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Pelican, AK

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).

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Average UV index in December
Pelican, AK

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Pelican, AK

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).

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Average visibility in December
Pelican, AK

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).

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