December weather forecastPlatinum, AK
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Platinum, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between max 30°F (-1.1°C) and min 25.3°F (-3.7°C).Temperature
December ushers in a minute temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C) to a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C). Platinum registers a small shift from peak daytime temperatures, with a consistent average low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) during December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 85%.Rainfall
In Platinum, during December, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138.3 rainfall days, and 25.71" (653mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Platinum, during December, snow falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 71.1 snowfall days, and 21.65" (550mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 6h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of December in Platinum, Alaska, sunrise is at 10:16 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, 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
February, March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Platinum, AK
- Average daylight in December: 6h and 18min
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 18min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
