December weather - Winter 2024

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 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

A beautiful panorama of the river and road network in Soldotna, Alaska

Weather in December

December rings in the freezing Alaskan winter in Soldotna. This month experiences the coldest temperatures for the year, with the recorded averages dropping to a chilling 25.7°F (-3.5°C) high and 18.7°F (-7.4°C) low. With the highest snowfall observed at 9.45" (240mm), the city is blanketed in pure white. This month is renowned for its near constant snow-sprinkled landscapes and very short day lengths. As residents retreat indoors, the twinkling holiday lights illuminate the snowy exteriors, making this a picturesque, albeit cold, end to the year.

Temperature

The shift from November to December is characterized by an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C), not significantly different from the 30.2°F (-1°C) of November. Soldotna registers an average low-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C) throughout December, a modest decrease from its daytime highs.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In Soldotna, in December, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Soldotna, Alaska, there are 158.2 rainfall days, and 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.3 days and accumulates 9.45" (240mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 5h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 9:45 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:10 am and sunset at 4:04 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Soldotna is December, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine.

UV index

February, 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 low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Updated: Jun 3, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us | Weather Forecasting | Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Soldotna?

During December, Soldotna experiences an average high-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and a low-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Soldotna, Alaska, in December, during 8.9 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 9.45" (240mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Soldotna, in December, snow falls for 15.3 days, with typically accumulated 9.45" (240mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 5h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 5h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 9:45 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:10 am and sunset at 4:04 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 2.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Soldotna is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

30.2°F -1°C

25.7°F -3.5°C

22.5°F -5.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

7.5mph 12.1km/h

7.8mph 12.6km/h

7.3mph 11.7km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

12.2

10.9

13.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Soldotna, AK

Average high temperature in December: 25.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (65.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

Average low temperature in December: 18.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Soldotna, AK

Average pressure in December: 29.64"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.64"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Soldotna, AK

Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Soldotna, AK

Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (65%).

Average rainfall in December
Soldotna, AK

Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Soldotna, AK

Average rainfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Soldotna, AK

Average snowfall in December: 9.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Soldotna, AK

Average snowfall days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December: 5h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Soldotna, AK

Average sunshine days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Soldotna, AK

Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Soldotna, AK

Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in December
Soldotna, 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 February and March (4mi).

December weather forecast
Soldotna, AK

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