December weather forecast
Alaska, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Alaska, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C) in November to an icy 39°F (3.9°C). Alaska's nights in December cool down to an average low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Alaska, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.1 days and collects up to 25.43" (646mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Alaska. Snow falls for 5.4 days and accumulates 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Alaska, Indiana, is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Alaska is 4.3h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Alaska. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Alaska during December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Alaska, is 39°F (3.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Alaska?

In December, the average relative humidity in Alaska is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Alaska?

In Alaska, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Alaska?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Alaska, Indiana. Snow falls for 5.4 days and accumulates 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Alaska?

In December, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Alaska?

December has the shortest days of the year in Alaska, Indiana, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Alaska?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Alaska?

In Alaska, Indiana, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Alaska?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Alaska.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Alaska?

In Alaska, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Alaska, IN

Average temperature in December - Alaska, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Alaska, IN

Average pressure in December - Alaska, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Alaska, IN

Average wind speed in December - Alaska, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Alaska, IN

Average humidity in December - Alaska, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Alaska, IN

Average rainfall in December - Alaska, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in December
Alaska, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Alaska, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Alaska, IN

Average snowfall in December - Alaska, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Alaska, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Alaska, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Alaska, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alaska, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Alaska, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Alaska, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Alaska, IN

Average UV index in December - Alaska, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Alaska, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Alaska, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Alaska, IN

Average visibility in December - Alaska, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).

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