December weather forecast
Saint Michael, AK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frigid cold month in Saint Michael, Alaska, with temperature in the range of an average low of 5.4°F (-14.8°C) and an average high of 12.4°F (-10.9°C).

Temperature

Saint Michael's weather in December involves a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down slightly from November's subzero cold 19.6°F (-6.9°C) to an extremely cold 12.4°F (-10.9°C). December records a small disparity from daytime temperatures, marking an average low-temperature of 5.4°F (-14.8°C) in Saint Michael.

Humidity

In Saint Michael, the average relative humidity in December is 91%.

Rainfall

In Saint Michael, Alaska, in December, it is raining for 3.6 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 118.6 rainfall days, and 13.39" (340mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Saint Michael, in December, snow falls for 15.1 days, with typically accumulated 4.21" (107mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 94.3 snowfall days, and 27.2" (691mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Saint Michael, with an average of 4h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:59 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of December, in Saint Michael, sunrise is at 11:29 am and sunset at 4:13 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In Saint Michael, the average sunshine in December is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Saint Michael are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Saint Michael in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Saint Michael, records 12.4°F (-10.9°C), while the low-temperature is 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Saint Michael?

The average relative humidity in December in Saint Michael, Alaska, is 91%.

How much does it rain in Saint Michael in December?

In Saint Michael, Alaska, in December, it is raining for 3.6 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Saint Michael in December?

In December, in Saint Michael, it is snowing for 15.1 days. Throughout December, 4.21" (107mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Saint Michael?

With an average of 4h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Saint Michael.

How many hours of daylight does Saint Michael have in December?

The average day length in December is 4h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Saint Michael?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:59 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:29 am and sunset at 4:13 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Saint Michael?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Saint Michael, Alaska, is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Saint Michael?

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Saint Michael.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Saint Michael?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Saint Michael, Alaska, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Saint Michael, AK

Average temperature in December - Saint Michael, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 12.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Saint Michael, AK

Average pressure in December - Saint Michael, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.75"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.72"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Saint Michael, AK

Average wind speed in December - Saint Michael, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Saint Michael, AK

Average humidity in December - Saint Michael, 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 (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Saint Michael, AK

Average rainfall in December - Saint Michael, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Saint Michael, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Saint Michael, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Saint Michael, AK

Average snowfall in December - Saint Michael, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Saint Michael, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Saint Michael, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (16.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Saint Michael, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint Michael, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Saint Michael, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Saint Michael, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Saint Michael, AK

Average UV index in December - Saint Michael, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Saint Michael, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Saint Michael, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 50).

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Average visibility in December
Saint Michael, AK

Average visibility in December - Saint Michael, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (4mi).

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