December weather forecastRussian Mission, AK
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Russian Mission, is also a frigid cold month, with an average temperature varying between 4.1°F (-15.5°C) and 13.5°F (-10.3°C).Temperature
Russian Mission's progression into December involves a minor drop in the average high-temperature, slightly receding from a freezing cold 19.9°F (-6.7°C) in November to a frigid cold 13.5°F (-10.3°C). During December, Russian Mission consistently records a temperature low averaging an arctic cold 4.1°F (-15.5°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 91%.Rainfall
In Russian Mission, in December, during 6.2 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Russian Mission, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.2 days and collects up to 11.1" (282mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In December, it is snowing for 16.1 days. Throughout December, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is accumulated. In Russian Mission, during the entire year, snow falls for 86.5 days and aggregates up to 23.43" (595mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 5h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 10:38 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:05 am and sunset at 4:31 pm AKST.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.8h of sunshine.UV index
February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Russian Mission, AK
- Average high temperature in December: 13.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (64.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9.3°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 4.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°F).
Average pressure in December
Russian Mission, AK
- Average pressure in December: 29.69"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.93"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.68"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Russian Mission, AK
- Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).
Average humidity in December
Russian Mission, AK
- Average humidity in December: 91%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (62%).
Average rainfall in December
Russian Mission, AK
- Average rainfall in December: 0.79"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and May (0.63").
Average rainfall days in December
Russian Mission, AK
- Average rainfall days in December: 6.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (4.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Russian Mission, AK
- Average snowfall in December: 3.66"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Russian Mission, AK
- Average snowfall days in December: 16.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Russian Mission, AK
- Average daylight in December: 5h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in December: 2h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Russian Mission, AK
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Russian Mission, AK
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Russian Mission, AK
- Average cloud cover in December: 60
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).
Average visibility in December
Russian Mission, AK
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are March and April (4mi).
