Anchorage weather in December (Alaska, United States of America)
How is the weather in Anchorage in December? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.
In December, Anchorage typically experiences very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. December is a winter month. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around -3°C. But by evening, they drop to around -9°C. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.
Anchorage in December usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 90 mm for the month. Typically around 11 days of snowfall is expected.
The city usually sees around 55 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Anchorage. July typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Anchorage climate page with graphs.
Anchorage, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
-9°C
Max Temperature
-3°C
Chance of Rain
37%
Precipitation
90 mm
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
77%
Windspeed
7 km/h
Sunshine
55 hours
Percentage Sunshine
30%
Where to go in the United States of America in December
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Anchorage in December?
Visitors traveling to Anchorage should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.
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