December weather forecastWrangell, AK
December
Weather in December
Wrangell delves further into winter in December, with an average snowfall of 10.67" (271mm). The winter solstice near the end of the month offers the shortest day length of the year. As the year draws to a close, the city lights up in festivities, providing a warm contrast against the cold weather. Winter activities are in full swing, rounding off the year in a merry spirit.Temperature
December, with its average high-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C), holds the record as the coldest month in Wrangell.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Wrangell is 83%.Rainfall
In Wrangell, Alaska, in December, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 4.65" (118mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Wrangell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 197.9 days and collects up to 53.03" (1347mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Wrangell, in December, snow falls for 8.4 days, with typically accumulated 10.67" (271mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.5 snowfall days, and 58.23" (1479mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In Wrangell, the average seawater temperature in December is 44.4°F (6.9°C).Note: Diving into 44.4°F (6.9°C) when it's under 50°F (10°C) can cause immediate cold shock symptoms, marked by hyperventilation.
Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 0min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 3:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 3:22 pm AKST.
Sunshine
In Wrangell, the average sunshine in December is 3.8h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Wrangell, AK
- Average high temperature in December: 32.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Wrangell, AK
- Average pressure in December: 29.88"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.8"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Wrangell, AK
- Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (3.9mph).
Average humidity in December
Wrangell, AK
- Average humidity in December: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and August (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (81%).
Average rainfall in December
Wrangell, AK
- Average rainfall in December: 4.65"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (6.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (2.01").
Average rainfall days in December
Wrangell, AK
- Average rainfall days in December: 14.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Wrangell, AK
- Average snowfall in December: 10.67"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (13.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Wrangell, AK
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Wrangell, AK
- Average sea temperature in December: 44.4°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (54.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (41.5°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Wrangell, AK
- Average daylight in December: 7h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and November (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Wrangell, AK
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8 days).
Average UV index in December
Wrangell, AK
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Wrangell, AK
- Average cloud cover in December: 59
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are February and May (Cloud cover 54).
Average visibility in December
Wrangell, AK
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).
