Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
December in Sitka notes an average high-temperature of a still wintry 35.6°F (2°C), subtly differing from November's 38.8°F (3.8°C). Sitka, in December, registers an average low temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C), showing a minute reduction from daily highs.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 85%.Rainfall
In Sitka, in December, during 19.2 rainfall days, 9.33" (237mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sitka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 243.6 days and collects up to 82.76" (2102mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Sitka are January through May, October through December. In Sitka, in December, during 9.5 snowfall days, 10.04" (255mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Sitka, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.4 days and aggregates up to 63.58" (1615mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 6h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Sitka.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 3:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:39 am and sunset at 3:29 pm AKST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Sitka is 3.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Sitka in December?
What is the average humidity in December in Sitka?
How many days does it rain in December in Sitka?
How many days does it snow in December in Sitka?
What is the month with the shortest days in Sitka?
How many hours of daylight does Sitka have in December?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sitka?
How many hours of sunshine does Sitka have in December?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sitka?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Sitka?
Average temperature in December
Sitka, AK
- Average high temperature in December: 35.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (57.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (51.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (29.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Sitka, AK
- Average pressure in December: 29.8"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.72"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Sitka, AK
- Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Sitka, AK
- Average humidity in December: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (83%).
Average rainfall in December
Sitka, AK
- Average rainfall in December: 9.33"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (10.16").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (3.82").
Average rainfall days in December
Sitka, AK
- Average rainfall days in December: 19.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (23.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Sitka, AK
- Average snowfall in December: 10.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (17.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Sitka, AK
- Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sitka, AK
- Average daylight in December: 6h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Sitka, AK
- Average sunshine days in December: 6.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (8.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (4.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Sitka, 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, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Sitka, AK
- Average cloud cover in December: 68
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The months with the least cloud cover are February, May and September (Cloud cover 60).
Average visibility in December
Sitka, AK
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, June, July and August (5mi).
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