Ketchikan weather in December (Alaska, United States of America)
What kind of temperatures can you expect in Ketchikan during December? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.
Temperatures
In December, Ketchikan tends to experience low temperatures and heavy rainfall. December is typically considered a winter month. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 5°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 1°C.
Precipitation
Ketchikan in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 369 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 21 days of rain.Average sunshine
The city usually sees around 36 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Ketchikan. June and July typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Ketchikan climate page with graphs.
Ketchikan, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
1°C
Max Temperature
5°C
Chance of Rain
71%
Precipitation
369 mm
Rainy days
21 days
Humidity
79% *
Sunshine
36 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
Where to go in the United States of America in December
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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