December weather forecastQuinhagak, AK
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Quinhagak, Alaska, with temperature in the range of an average high of 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and an average low of 7.9°F (-13.4°C).Temperature
The advent of December brings a subtle shift in temperature, with the average high moving from a freezing cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C) in November to a still subzero cold 16.7°F (-8.5°C). Quinhagak, in the month of December, notes an average low temperature of 7.9°F (-13.4°C), indicating a small decrease from the daytime highs.Humidity
In Quinhagak, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 5.6 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129.5 rainfall days, and 16.46" (418mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In December, it is snowing for 12.8 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is accumulated. In Quinhagak, during the entire year, snow falls for 74.8 days and aggregates up to 22.91" (582mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Quinhagak, with an average of 6h and 6min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:22 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 10:47 am and sunset at 4:54 pm AKST.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Quinhagak, AK
- Average high temperature in December: 16.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (62.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 7.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Quinhagak, AK
- Average pressure in December: 29.64"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.64"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Quinhagak, AK
- Average wind speed in December: 12.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Quinhagak, AK
- Average humidity in December: 90%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (65%).
Average rainfall in December
Quinhagak, AK
- Average rainfall in December: 1.14"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and April (0.91").
Average rainfall days in December
Quinhagak, AK
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (4.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Quinhagak, AK
- Average snowfall in December: 3.5"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Quinhagak, AK
- Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Quinhagak, AK
- Average daylight in December: 6h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in December: 2h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Quinhagak, AK
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Quinhagak, AK
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Quinhagak, AK
- Average cloud cover in December: 62
The months with the most cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 54).
Average visibility in December
Quinhagak, AK
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and November (5mi).
