December weather forecast
Point Hope, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Point Hope, is also a frigid cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 11.3°F (-11.5°C) and 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

Temperature

December involves a decrease in temperature, down from a freezing cold 24.1°F (-4.4°C) in November to an extremely cold 11.3°F (-11.5°C). Throughout December, Point Hope reports a steady low-temperature average of 5.4°F (-14.8°C), slightly lower than its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

In Point Hope, Alaska, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

Rainfall

In Point Hope, in December, during 1.2 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Point Hope, during the entire year, the rain falls for 69 days and collects up to 10.08" (256mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall in Point Hope. In Point Hope, in December, during 11 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 83.7 snowfall days, and 14.92" (379mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in December is 0h and 13min.

Sunshine

With an average of 0h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Point Hope?

The high-temperature in Point Hope, Alaska, during December is 11.3°F (-11.5°C) and the low-temperature is 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Point Hope?

The average relative humidity in December in Point Hope is 90%.

How much does it rain in Point Hope in December?

In December, the rain falls for 1.2 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Point Hope?

In Point Hope, in December, snow falls for 11 days, with typically accumulated 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Point Hope have in December?

In Point Hope, the average day length in December is 0h and 13min.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Point Hope?

With an average of 0h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Point Hope.

How long on average sun shines in December in Point Hope?

In Point Hope, the average sunshine duration in December is 0h.

When is the lowest UV index in Point Hope?

The months with the lowest UV index in Point Hope are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Point Hope?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Point Hope is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Point Hope, AK

Average temperature in December - Point Hope, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 11.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (48.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (44.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (-2.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Point Hope, AK

Average pressure in December - Point Hope, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.88"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (29.99"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.79"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Point Hope, AK

Average wind speed in December - Point Hope, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (19.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Point Hope, AK

Average humidity in December - Point Hope, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Point Hope, AK

Average rainfall in December - Point Hope, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in December
Point Hope, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Point Hope, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Point Hope, AK

Average snowfall in December - Point Hope, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.4").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.04").

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Average snowfall days in December
Point Hope, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Point Hope, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.2 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Point Hope, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Point Hope, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 0h and 1min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 0h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Point Hope, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Point Hope, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Point Hope, AK

Average UV index in December - Point Hope, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 2).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Point Hope, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Point Hope, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 44).

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Average visibility in December
Point Hope, AK

Average visibility in December - Point Hope, 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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