December weather forecast
Anderson, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Anderson, is also a frigid cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 5.4°F (-14.8°C) and -6°F (-21.1°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature slightly decreases in December, shifting from a frigid cold 12°F (-11.1°C) in November to an extremely cold 5.4°F (-14.8°C). Anderson records an average nighttime low-temperature of -6°F (-21.1°C) throughout December.

Humidity

January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 95%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Anderson, in December, during 2.2 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Anderson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 82.9 days and collects up to 10.75" (273mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Anderson, in December, during 12.5 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Anderson, during the entire year, snow falls for 80.5 days and aggregates up to 24.09" (612mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 4h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:19 am and sunset at 3:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 10:51 am and sunset at 3:08 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 1.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 5.4°F (-14.8°C) and -6°F (-21.1°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 95%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Anderson, the average relative humidity in December is 95%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Anderson, in December, it is raining for 2.2 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Anderson, in December, during 12.5 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 4h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Anderson, the average day length in December is 4h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 10:19 am and sunset at 3:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:51 am and sunset at 3:08 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 1.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Anderson have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 1.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Anderson, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Anderson, AK

Average temperature in December - Anderson, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 5.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (1.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: -6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (52°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Anderson, AK

Average pressure in December - Anderson, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.84"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.96"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.77"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Anderson, AK

Average wind speed in December - Anderson, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (5.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, August, September and October (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Anderson, AK

Average humidity in December - Anderson, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 95%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (54%).

Average rainfall in December
Anderson, AK

Average rainfall in December - Anderson, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
Anderson, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Anderson, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Anderson, AK

Average snowfall in December - Anderson, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Anderson, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Anderson, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Anderson, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Anderson, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Anderson, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Anderson, AK

Average UV index in December - Anderson, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Anderson, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Anderson, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in December
Anderson, AK

Average visibility in December - Anderson, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 3mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and March (2mi).

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