December weather forecast
Platinum, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Platinum, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30°F (-1.1°C) and an average low of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Platinum's average high-temperature slightly adjusts, moderately receding from November's icy 36.3°F (2.4°C) to a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C). December nights witness a slight temperature decrease, averaging at a still freezing cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

In Platinum, Alaska, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Platinum, Alaska, in December, during 7.6 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 138.3 rainfall days, and 25.71" (653mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Platinum are January through June, September through December. In Platinum, Alaska, in December, during 11.9 snowfall days, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 71.1 snowfall days, and 21.65" (550mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Platinum, with an average of 6h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:16 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 10:40 am and sunset at 5:00 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are November and December, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Platinum are February, March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard 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:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. 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

How cold is December in Platinum?

In December, in Platinum, the average high-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Platinum?

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

How much does it rain in Platinum in December?

In Platinum, Alaska, in December, during 7.6 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Platinum?

In December, in Platinum, Alaska, it is snowing for 11.9 days. Throughout December, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Platinum?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 6h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Platinum?

The average day length in December is 6h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Platinum?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:16 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Platinum, sunrise is at 10:40 am and sunset at 5:00 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Platinum?

November and December, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Platinum.

How many hours of sunshine does Platinum have in December?

In Platinum, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Platinum?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Platinum?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Platinum, Alaska, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Platinum, AK

Average temperature in December - Platinum, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 30°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (53.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.3°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 (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Platinum, AK

Average pressure in December - Platinum, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.56"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.95"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.56"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Platinum, AK

Average wind speed in December - Platinum, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 21.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (21.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Platinum, AK

Average humidity in December - Platinum, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (79%).

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Average rainfall in December
Platinum, AK

Average rainfall in December - Platinum, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.7").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in December
Platinum, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Platinum, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Platinum, AK

Average snowfall in December - Platinum, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Platinum, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Platinum, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Platinum, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Platinum, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Platinum, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Platinum, AK

Average UV index in December - Platinum, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Platinum, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Platinum, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 54).

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Average visibility in December
Platinum, AK

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

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

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