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
Shifting into December, Sand Point records an average high-temperature of a still icy 37°F (2.8°C), presenting minor fluctuations compared to the previous month. Sand Point's average low temperature, barely cooler than the daytime high, steadies at a still cold 33.4°F (0.8°C) during December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 81%.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.2 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Sand Point, Alaska, in December, during 10.2 snowfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 55.6 snowfall days, and 18.19" (462mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In December, the average ocean temperature is 42.3°F (5.7°C).Note: Swimming in 42.3°F (5.7°C) at temperatures under 50°F (10°C) requires thermal swimsuits; otherwise, one can face cold shock and breathing difficulty. Even brief immersion at 55.4°F (13°C) feels frosty.
Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:46 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 10:08 am and sunset at 5:22 pm AKST.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine.UV index
March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Average temperature in December
Sand Point, AK
- Average high temperature in December: 37°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (54.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (34°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 33.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (28.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Sand Point, AK
- Average pressure in December: 29.52"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (29.52"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Sand Point, AK
- Average wind speed in December: 16.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Sand Point, AK
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (79%).
Average rainfall in December
Sand Point, AK
- Average rainfall in December: 4.45"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.26").
Average rainfall days in December
Sand Point, AK
- Average rainfall days in December: 18.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (10.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Sand Point, AK
- Average snowfall in December: 3.82"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Sand Point, AK
- Average snowfall days in December: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Sand Point, AK
- Average sea temperature in December: 42.2°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (53.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sand Point, 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: 2h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Sand Point, AK
- Average sunshine days in December: 4.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (4.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Sand Point, 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 March and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Sand Point, AK
- Average cloud cover in December: 68
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and September (Cloud cover 60).
Average visibility in December
Sand Point, AK
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).
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