December weather forecastPilot Point, AK

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pilot Point, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

December records an average high-temperature of a still wintry 32.4°F (0.2°C), indicating a minor variation from the preceding month. A consistent average low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) is noted throughout December, only a small step down from its daytime high.

Humidity

In Pilot Point, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Pilot Point, during December, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. In Pilot Point, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.7 days and collects up to 16.57" (421mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.1 days and accumulates 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 6h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:48 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 10:12 am and sunset at 4:55 pm AKST.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during December is 32.4°F (0.2°C) and the low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

In Pilot Point, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

In December, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 15.1 days and typically aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

In Pilot Point, in December, during 15.1 snowfall days, 5.71" (145mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

With an average of 6h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

In Pilot Point, the average day length in December is 6h and 43min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 9:48 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:12 am and sunset at 4:55 pm AKST.

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.4h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.4h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. 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
Pilot Point, AK

  • Average high temperature in December: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (56.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.1°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and March (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Pilot Point, AK

  • Average pressure in December: 29.54"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.54"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Pilot Point, AK

  • Average wind speed in December: 14.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Pilot Point, AK

  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Pilot Point, AK

  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Pilot Point, AK

  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pilot Point, AK

  • Average snowfall in December: 5.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pilot Point, AK

  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pilot Point, AK

  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pilot Point, AK

  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (13 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (6 days).

Average UV index in December
Pilot Point, AK

  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Pilot Point, AK

  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 59).

Average visibility in December
Pilot Point, AK

  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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