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 sea temperature 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
Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a subzero cold 24.8°F (-4°C) in November to a still freezing cold 15.3°F (-9.3°C). Nome observes a consistent average low-temperature of 8.1°F (-13.3°C) throughout December nights.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Nome is 87%.Rainfall
In Nome, during December, the rain falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Nome, there are 81.6 rainfall days, and 16.77" (426mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Nome, Alaska, are January through May, September through December. In Nome, in December, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.7" (94mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Nome, there are 65.1 snowfall days, and 25" (635mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In December, the average ocean temperature in Nome is 29.5°F (-1.4°C).Note: In swimming scenarios, this situation is extremely cold, fraught with danger, and poses a significant life risk. Absent insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia strikes quickly.
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Nome, with an average of 4h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:27 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 11:58 am and sunset at 4:11 pm AKST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Nome is 2.4h.UV index
January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Nome. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Nome in December?
What is the average humidity in December in Nome?
How many days does it rain in December in Nome?
How many days does it snow in December in Nome?
What is the water temperature in December in Nome?
What is the month with the shortest days in Nome?
How many hours of daylight does Nome have in December?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Nome?
How long on average sun shines in December in Nome?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Nome?
What is the UV index reading in December in Nome?
Average temperature in December
Nome, AK
- Average high temperature in December: 15.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (54.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 8.1°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Nome, AK
- Average pressure in December: 29.73"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (29.94"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.7"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Nome, AK
- Average wind speed in December: 11.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8mph).
Average humidity in December
Nome, AK
- Average humidity in December: 87%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Nome, AK
- Average rainfall in December: 1.18"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.71").
Average rainfall days in December
Nome, AK
- Average rainfall days in December: 1.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Nome, AK
- Average snowfall in December: 3.7"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Nome, AK
- Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Nome, AK
- Average sea temperature in December: 29.5°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (52.5°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are March and April (28.9°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Nome, AK
- Average daylight in December: 4h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Nome, AK
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Nome, AK
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Nome, AK
- Average cloud cover in December: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).
Average visibility in December
Nome, 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 January, February, March, April and December (5mi).
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