December weather forecast
Anchor Point, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Anchor Point, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and min 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

Anchor Point's shift into December is marked by a subtle change to a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) from November's 34.2°F (1.2°C) in temperature. Anchor Point experiences a subtle drop in temperature during the December nights, recording an average of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January, July, August and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Anchor Point, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation. In Anchor Point, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.7 days and collects up to 29.65" (753mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Anchor Point, in December, during 12.5 snowfall days, 6.14" (156mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Anchor Point, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.7 days and aggregates up to 30.47" (774mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Anchor Point, with an average of 6h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 9:42 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:07 am and sunset at 4:14 pm AKST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Anchor Point, in December, the average high-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C).

What is the most humid month?

January, July, August and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Anchor Point, in December, during 12.5 snowfall days, 6.14" (156mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 6h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 6h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 9:42 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:07 am and sunset at 4:14 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Anchor Point, AK

Average temperature in December - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (56.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (51.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Anchor Point, AK

Average pressure in December - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.61"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.61"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Anchor Point, AK

Average wind speed in December - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Anchor Point, AK

Average humidity in December - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, July, August and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Anchor Point, AK

Average rainfall in December - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Anchor Point, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Anchor Point, AK

Average snowfall in December - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Anchor Point, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Anchor Point, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Anchor Point, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Anchor Point, AK

Average UV index in December - Anchor Point, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Anchor Point, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in December
Anchor Point, AK

Average visibility in December - Anchor Point, 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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