December weather forecast
Soldotna, AK

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A beautiful panorama of the river and road network in Soldotna, Alaska
A beautiful panorama of the river and road network in Soldotna, Alaska

Weather in December

December rings in the freezing Alaskan winter in Soldotna. This month experiences the coldest temperatures for the year, with the recorded averages dropping to a chilling 25.7°F (-3.5°C) high and 18.7°F (-7.4°C) low. With the highest snowfall observed at 9.45" (240mm), the city is blanketed in pure white. This month is renowned for its near constant snow-sprinkled landscapes and very short day lengths. As residents retreat indoors, the twinkling holiday lights illuminate the snowy exteriors, making this a picturesque, albeit cold, end to the year.

Temperature

The start of December sees the average high-temperature at a still subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C), showing little difference from November's 30.2°F (-1°C). During December, nights cool slightly to an average low of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In Soldotna, during December, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Soldotna, there are 158.2 rainfall days, and 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Soldotna. Snow falls for 15.3 days and accumulates 9.45" (240mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 5h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:45 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of December, in Soldotna, Alaska, sunrise is at 10:10 am and sunset at 4:04 pm AKST.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Soldotna?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Soldotna, is 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Soldotna?

The average relative humidity in December in Soldotna is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Soldotna?

In Soldotna, in December, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Soldotna?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 9.45" (240mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Soldotna?

In December, in Soldotna, it is snowing for 15.3 days. Throughout December, 9.45" (240mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Soldotna?

The month with the shortest days in Soldotna, Alaska, is December, with an average of 5h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Soldotna have in December?

In December, the average day length in Soldotna is 5h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Soldotna?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:45 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Soldotna, sunrise is at 10:10 am and sunset at 4:04 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Soldotna?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Soldotna, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Soldotna?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Soldotna?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Soldotna?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Soldotna 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
Soldotna, AK

Average temperature in December - Soldotna, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (65.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Soldotna, AK

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.64"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Soldotna, AK

Average wind speed in December - Soldotna, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Soldotna, AK

Average humidity in December - Soldotna, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (65%).

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Average rainfall in December
Soldotna, AK

Average rainfall in December - Soldotna, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in December
Soldotna, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Soldotna, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Soldotna, AK

Average snowfall in December - Soldotna, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Soldotna, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Soldotna, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.3 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
Soldotna, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Soldotna, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 5h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Soldotna, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Soldotna, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Soldotna, AK

Average UV index in December - Soldotna, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Soldotna, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Soldotna, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

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Average visibility in December
Soldotna, AK

Average visibility in December - Soldotna, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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