Palmer (AK) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Palmer can vary quite a bit throughout the year.
Temperatures can be mild during the warmest months,
and very cold during the cooler months.
It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average day and night temperature
Visitors to Palmer can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a moderate 17°C in July to a very cold -8°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching -16°C in January.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Precipitation and rainy days
Palmer is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1065 mm. The seasons in Palmer, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, September, receives high rainfall, with an average of 143 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 14 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, April, experiences much less snow/rainfall, totaling 47 mm over 7 snowy/rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
For more details, please visit our Palmer Precipitation page.
Sunshine over the year
In Palmer, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.6 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.8 hours per average day.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Palmer.
The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 77%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 62%.
Relative humidity over the year
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The best time of year to visit Palmer in the United States of America
Other facts from our historical weather data:July has an average maximum temperature of 17°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -8°C.
September tops the wettest month list with 143 mm of rainfall.
April is the driest month with 47 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 289 hours of sunshine.
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