December weather forecast
Kipnuk, AK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Kipnuk, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between max 24.8°F (-4°C) and min 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Kipnuk sees a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a wintry 32.4°F (0.2°C) to a subzero cold 24.8°F (-4°C). December nighttime temperatures hover close to the daytime peak with an average of 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

Humidity

In Kipnuk, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.2 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Kipnuk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.7 days and collects up to 20.43" (519mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.7 days and accumulates 3.78" (96mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 6h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Kipnuk, sunrise is at 10:32 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:57 am and sunset at 5:01 pm AKST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 1.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Kipnuk, in December, the average high-temperature is 24.8°F (-4°C), and the average low-temperature is 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Kipnuk?

In Kipnuk, Alaska, in December, it is raining for 6.2 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Kipnuk. Snow falls for 14.7 days and accumulates 3.78" (96mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Kipnuk in December?

In Kipnuk, in December, snow falls for 14.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.78" (96mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 6h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Kipnuk have in December?

The average day length in December is 6h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 10:32 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:57 am and sunset at 5:01 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 1.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Kipnuk, the average sunshine duration in December is 1.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Kipnuk, Alaska, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Kipnuk, AK

Average temperature in December - Kipnuk, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (53.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Kipnuk, AK

Average pressure in December - Kipnuk, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.6"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.6"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Kipnuk, AK

Average wind speed in December - Kipnuk, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (19.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Kipnuk, AK

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Kipnuk, AK

Average rainfall in December - Kipnuk, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Kipnuk, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Kipnuk, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kipnuk, AK

Average snowfall in December - Kipnuk, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kipnuk, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Kipnuk, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kipnuk, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kipnuk, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Kipnuk, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (4.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Kipnuk, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, April, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Kipnuk, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Kipnuk, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 74

The months with the most cloud cover are September and December (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 59).

Average visibility in December
Kipnuk, AK

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

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

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