December weather forecast
Scammon Bay, AK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Scammon Bay, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21°F (-6.1°C) and 14.7°F (-9.6°C).

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from 28.9°F (-1.7°C) in November to a still freezing cold 21°F (-6.1°C). Scammon Bay's nocturnal readings in December exhibit minimal variation from the daytime temperatures, averaging at a still subzero cold 14.7°F (-9.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Scammon Bay is 89%.

Rainfall

In Scammon Bay, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Scammon Bay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.2 days and collects up to 18.78" (477mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Scammon Bay, Alaska, in December, during 14.1 snowfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Scammon Bay, there are 92.1 snowfall days, and 25.24" (641mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 5h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:55 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 11:23 am and sunset at 4:48 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 2.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January, March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Scammon Bay. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Scammon Bay in December?

In December, in Scammon Bay, the average high-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 14.7°F (-9.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Scammon Bay?

The average relative humidity in December in Scammon Bay is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December in Scammon Bay?

In Scammon Bay, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Scammon Bay in December?

In December, in Scammon Bay, it is snowing for 14.1 days. Throughout December, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Scammon Bay?

December has the shortest days of the year in Scammon Bay, Alaska, with an average of 5h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Scammon Bay?

The average day length in December in Scammon Bay, Alaska, is 5h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Scammon Bay?

On the first day of December in Scammon Bay, sunrise is at 10:55 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:23 am and sunset at 4:48 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Scammon Bay?

The month with the least sunshine in Scammon Bay, Alaska, is December, with an average of 2.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Scammon Bay?

The average sunshine duration in December in Scammon Bay is 2.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Scammon Bay?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Scammon Bay?

In Scammon Bay, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Scammon Bay, AK

Average temperature in December - Scammon Bay, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 21°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (53.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Scammon Bay, AK

Average pressure in December - Scammon Bay, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.64"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and July (29.91"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.64"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Scammon Bay, AK

Average wind speed in December - Scammon Bay, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 14.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (17.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Scammon Bay, AK

Average humidity in December - Scammon Bay, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (79%).

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Average rainfall in December
Scammon Bay, AK

Average rainfall in December - Scammon Bay, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in December
Scammon Bay, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Scammon Bay, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Scammon Bay, AK

Average snowfall in December - Scammon Bay, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Scammon Bay, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Scammon Bay, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.1 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
Scammon Bay, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Scammon Bay, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 5h and 2min

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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Scammon Bay, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Scammon Bay, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (6.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Scammon Bay, AK

Average UV index in December - Scammon Bay, 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 January, March, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Scammon Bay, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Scammon Bay, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The months with the most cloud cover are September and December (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 57).

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Average visibility in December
Scammon Bay, AK

Average visibility in December - Scammon Bay, 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 January, February, March, April, November and December (5mi).

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