Ketchikan (AK)
December
Weather in Ketchikan, Alaska for December 2026
Your guide to Ketchikan weather in December - trends and predictions
Ketchikan typically experiences moderate snowfall in December, with an average of 7 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in Ketchikan at the beginning of December is 6 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly cool down, reaching an average of 2.9 °C by the end of December.
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Ketchikan Weather December
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Temperatures trend during December in Ketchikan
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December weather in Ketchikan day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Dec. 1 |  Light snow | 6° /2° | 79.3 mm | 3.9 cm | |
| Dec. 2 | Light snow | 6° /4° | 78.1 mm | 4.8 cm | |
| Dec. 3 |  Moderate or heavy rain with thunder | 6° /4° | 57.3 mm | 2.5 cm | |
| Dec. 4 |  Heavy rain | 7° /5° | 29.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 5 | Moderate or heavy rain with thunder | 6° /4° | 69.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 6 | Moderate or heavy rain with thunder | 6° /3° | 34.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 7 |  Light sleet | 5° /4° | 43.2 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| Dec. 8 |  Light sleet showers | 5° /1° | 24.7 mm | 6.5 cm | |
| Dec. 9 |  Moderate snow | 2° /-2° | 24.8 mm | 9 cm | |
| Dec. 10 |  Moderate rain | 2° /-3° | 24.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 11 | Light snow | 1° /-3° | 27.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 12 |  Moderate or heavy sleet | 2° /-2° | 32.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 13 |  Moderate or heavy snow showers | 3° /-1° | 25 mm | 12.4 cm | |
| Dec. 14 |  Light freezing rain | 3° /1° | 34.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 15 | Heavy rain | 4° /1° | 37.2 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Dec. 16 | Light snow | 2° /-1° | 13.6 mm | 3.7 cm | |
| Dec. 17 | Moderate snow | 1° /-1° | 18.6 mm | 8.3 cm | |
| Dec. 18 |  Heavy snow | 1° /-2° | 25.5 mm | 13.6 cm | |
| Dec. 19 | Heavy rain | 1° /-1° | 28 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 20 | Moderate rain | 1° /-2° | 19.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 21 | Heavy rain | 2° /-1° | 26 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 22 | Light snow | -1° /-4° | 34.6 mm | 3.3 cm | |
| Dec. 23 | Light sleet | 1° /-3° | 30 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 24 | Moderate or heavy sleet | 2° /-2° | 15.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 25 | Heavy rain | 3° /-1° | 72.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 26 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 2° /-4° | 17.2 mm | 6.1 cm | |
| Dec. 27 | Moderate snow | 1° /-5° | 46 mm | 9.9 cm | |
| Dec. 28 | Moderate or heavy rain with thunder | 4° /1° | 66.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 29 | Heavy rain | 5° /3° | 55 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 30 | Moderate or heavy rain with thunder | 4° /2° | 29.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 31 | Light snow | 3° /1° | 9.8 mm | 1.9 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Ketchikan in December is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Ketchikan forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Ketchikan in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Ketchikan during December?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 3° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Ketchikan during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 1130.3 mm is expected in Ketchikan during December, occurring over more than 17 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Ketchikan in December 2026?
Ketchikan experiences an average snowfall of 86.9 cm during December, occurring over 7 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Ketchikan during December?
The average wind speed in Ketchikan during December is 20 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Ketchikan snow forecast December 2026
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On average, Ketchikan sees 7 snowy days during December, with approximately 86.9 cm of total snowfall.
December rainfall patterns in Ketchikan
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Typically, Ketchikan has 17 rainy days in December with a total of 1130.3 mm of rainfall.
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