December weather forecast
Shungnak, AK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an arctic cold month in Shungnak, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 1.8°F (-16.8°C) and -7.8°F (-22.1°C).

Temperature

December's presence records an average high-temperature of a polar cold 1.8°F (-16.8°C), closely mirroring November's climate. Throughout the month of December, Shungnak expects an average low of -7.8°F (-22.1°C).

Humidity

In Shungnak, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

Rainfall

In Shungnak, during December, the rain falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. In Shungnak, during the entire year, the rain falls for 84.2 days and collects up to 16.61" (422mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Shungnak, in December, during 14.1 snowfall days, 8.66" (220mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Shungnak, Alaska, during the entire year, snow falls for 91.1 days and aggregates up to 61.46" (1561mm) of snow.

Daylight

In December, the average length of the day in Shungnak is 2h and 15min.
On the first day of December in Shungnak, sunrise is at 11:37 am and sunset at 2:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 12:21 pm and sunset at 2:42 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Shungnak is 0.8h.

UV index

January, March, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Shungnak. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Shungnak in December?

During December, Shungnak experiences an average high-temperature of 1.8°F (-16.8°C) and a low-temperature of -7.8°F (-22.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Shungnak?

In December, the average relative humidity in Shungnak is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December in Shungnak?

In December, in Shungnak, the rain falls for 1.8 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Shungnak?

In Shungnak, Alaska, in December, during 14.1 snowfall days, 8.66" (220mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in December in Shungnak?

The average day length in December in Shungnak is 2h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Shungnak?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 11:37 am and sunset at 2:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 12:21 pm and sunset at 2:42 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shungnak have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 0.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Shungnak?

January, March, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Shungnak, Alaska.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Shungnak?

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

Average temperature in December - Shungnak, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 1.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (66°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: -7.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-11.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Shungnak, AK

Average pressure in December - Shungnak, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.88"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.79"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Shungnak, AK

Average wind speed in December - Shungnak, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (5.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, April, July, August and September (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Shungnak, AK

Average humidity in December - Shungnak, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and April (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (55%).

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Average rainfall in December
Shungnak, AK

Average rainfall in December - Shungnak, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in December
Shungnak, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Shungnak, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Shungnak, AK

Average snowfall in December - Shungnak, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Shungnak, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Shungnak, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.1 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Shungnak, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shungnak, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 2h and 2min

The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 20h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 0h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Shungnak, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Shungnak, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Shungnak, AK

Average UV index in December - Shungnak, 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 January, March, April, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Shungnak, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Shungnak, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are February and August (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 41).

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Average visibility in December
Shungnak, AK

Average visibility in December - Shungnak, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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