December weather forecast
Palmer, AK

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The scenic Mountain Park within the Mine State Historical Park in Palmer Province, Alaska
The scenic Mountain Park within the Mine State Historical Park in Palmer Province, Alaska

Weather in December

December in Palmer represents the thick of winter with some of the lowest temperatures of the year. Significant snowfall of 6.69" indicates the onset of a true Alaska winter. Residents gear up to endure the harsh weather conditions that this frosty month throws their way. Moving towards January, the cold intensifies, snow piles up, and daylight hours continue to diminish. Despite the harsh weather, the spirit of the holiday season keeps Palmer’s inhabitants cheerful and warm.

Temperature

Palmer registers an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 19.8°F at the commencement of December, closely related to the preceding month. In December, the temperature drops to an average of 9.9°F at night.

Humidity

In Palmer, Alaska, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Palmer, in December, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 1.38" of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 190.7 rainfall days, and 17.4" of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Palmer, Alaska, in December, snow falls for 13.9 days, with typically accumulated 6.69" of snow. Throughout the year, there are 76.2 snowfall days, and 33.5" of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 5h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Palmer, Alaska, sunrise is at 9:45 am and sunset at 3:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:15 am and sunset at 3:43 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

How cold is it in Palmer in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Palmer, is 19.8°F, while the low-temperature averages to 9.9°F.

What is the average humidity in December in Palmer?

In Palmer, Alaska, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Palmer?

In December, in Palmer, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout December, 1.38" of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Palmer?

In December, it is snowing for 13.9 days. Throughout December, 6.69" of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Palmer?

December has the shortest days of the year in Palmer, with an average of 5h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Palmer have in December?

In Palmer, Alaska, the average day length in December is 5h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Palmer?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:45 am and sunset at 3:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:15 am and sunset at 3:43 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Palmer?

With an average of 3.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December in Palmer?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Palmer is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Palmer?

The months with the lowest UV index in Palmer are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Palmer?

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

Average temperature in December - Palmer, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 19.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (61.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Palmer, AK

Average pressure in December - Palmer, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.7"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.7"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Palmer, AK

Average wind speed in December - Palmer, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Palmer, AK

Average humidity in December - Palmer, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Palmer, AK

Average rainfall in December - Palmer, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in December
Palmer, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Palmer, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Palmer, AK

Average snowfall in December - Palmer, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Palmer, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Palmer, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Palmer, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 5h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Palmer, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Palmer, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (5.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Palmer, AK

Average UV index in December - Palmer, 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 January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Palmer, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Palmer, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Palmer, AK

Average visibility in December - Palmer, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March and April (4mi).

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