December weather forecast
Kasaan, AK

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Weather in December

December brings the full effect of winter in Kasaan, with more frequent snowfall and an average high temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C). The city transforms into a winter wonderland, making it a great time for winter sports and activities. However, the decreased visibility and increased cloud% underline the need for caution. With the shortest daylight hours of the year, outdoor activities require careful planning. The presence of snow, reaching a high volume of 8.9" (226mm), is a constant reminder of the holiday season.

Temperature

In Kasaan, the lowest average temperatures are observed in December, with a high of 38.1°F (3.4°C) and a low of 34°F (1.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Kasaan, in December, it is raining for 17.5 days, with typically 9.02" (229mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 219.6 rainfall days, and 79.29" (2014mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Kasaan, in December, during 9.5 snowfall days, 8.9" (226mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 45.8 snowfall days, and 47.48" (1206mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 3:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 3:28 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.4h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Kasaan. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
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 is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

December is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C).

Is December cold?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Kasaan, is 38.1°F (3.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 34°F (1.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Kasaan, during December, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.02" (229mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 8.9" (226mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Kasaan, Alaska, the average day length in December is 7h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 3:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 3:28 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Kasaan, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (59.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (33.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Kasaan, AK

Average pressure in December - Kasaan, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.87"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.79"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Kasaan, AK

Average wind speed in December - Kasaan, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Kasaan, AK

Average humidity in December - Kasaan, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (80%).

Average rainfall in December
Kasaan, AK

Average rainfall in December - Kasaan, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 9.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (9.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (2.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Kasaan, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Kasaan, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (21.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kasaan, AK

Average snowfall in December - Kasaan, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (10.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kasaan, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Kasaan, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 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 daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kasaan, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kasaan, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kasaan, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Kasaan, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (13.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (5.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Kasaan, AK

Average UV index in December - Kasaan, 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 January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Kasaan, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Kasaan, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and September (Cloud cover 54).

Average visibility in December
Kasaan, AK

Average visibility in December - Kasaan, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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