December weather forecast
Anchorage, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Anchorage, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). In December, the recorded average low-temperature is a wintry 32°F (0°C).

Humidity

In Anchorage, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Anchorage, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.9 days and collects up to 31.77" (807mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 26.3 snowfall days, and 6.97" (177mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Anchorage, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Anchorage, Kentucky, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In December, in Anchorage, the average high-temperature is 44.1°F (6.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 32°F (0°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, in Anchorage, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Anchorage, in December, during 5.1 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Anchorage have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Anchorage, KY

Average temperature in December - Anchorage, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Anchorage, KY

Average pressure in December - Anchorage, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Anchorage, KY

Average wind speed in December - Anchorage, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Anchorage, KY

Average humidity in December - Anchorage, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Anchorage, KY

Average rainfall in December - Anchorage, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Anchorage, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Anchorage, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Anchorage, KY

Average snowfall in December - Anchorage, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Anchorage, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Anchorage, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Anchorage, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Anchorage, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Anchorage, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Anchorage, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Anchorage, KY

Average UV index in December - Anchorage, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Anchorage, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Anchorage, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Anchorage, KY

Average visibility in December - Anchorage, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and May (5mi).

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