December weather forecast
Girdwood, AK

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Weather in December

December is the harbinger of winter in Girdwood, Alaska, with temperatures reaching their lowest points for the year. With a reduction in daylight hours to just 5.7 on average, and an increase in average snowfall up to 9.57" (243mm), it truly heralds the start of the winter season. Although January and December share many climatological similarities, December receives slightly more precipitation, making it the wettest month of the year.

Temperature

The shift into December in Girdwood uncovers an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 20.1°F (-6.6°C), subtly different from the previous month. The month of December records an average low-temperature of 10.2°F (-12.1°C) in Girdwood, Alaska.

Humidity

March and December, with an average relative humidity of 92%, are the most humid months in Girdwood.

Rainfall

In Girdwood, in December, during 7.1 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Girdwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.6 days and collects up to 23.62" (600mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 17.6 days and typically aggregates up to 9.57" (243mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Girdwood, with an average of 5h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Girdwood, Alaska, sunrise is at 9:41 am and sunset at 3:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:07 am and sunset at 3:52 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Girdwood is December, with an average of 2.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Girdwood. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Girdwood?

During December, Girdwood experiences an average high-temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and a low-temperature of 10.2°F (-12.1°C).

What is the most humid month in Girdwood?

The months with the highest humidity in Girdwood, Alaska, are March and December, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

What is the average humidity in December in Girdwood?

In Girdwood, Alaska, the average relative humidity in December is 92%.

How many days does it rain in December in Girdwood?

In Girdwood, in December, during 7.1 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Girdwood?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Girdwood. Snow falls for 17.6 days and accumulates 9.57" (243mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Girdwood in December?

In Girdwood, during December, snow falls for 17.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.57" (243mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Girdwood?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 5h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Girdwood?

In Girdwood, the average day length in December is 5h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Girdwood?

On the first day of December in Girdwood, sunrise is at 9:41 am and sunset at 3:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:07 am and sunset at 3:52 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Girdwood?

With an average of 2.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December in Girdwood?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Girdwood?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Girdwood?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Girdwood is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Girdwood, AK

Average temperature in December - Girdwood, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (56.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Girdwood, AK

Average pressure in December - Girdwood, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.67"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.66"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Girdwood, AK

Average wind speed in December - Girdwood, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (5.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Girdwood, AK

Average humidity in December - Girdwood, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (79%).

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Average rainfall in December
Girdwood, AK

Average rainfall in December - Girdwood, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in December
Girdwood, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Girdwood, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Girdwood, AK

Average snowfall in December - Girdwood, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Girdwood, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Girdwood, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.6 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
Girdwood, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Girdwood, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Girdwood, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Girdwood, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Girdwood, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Girdwood, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Girdwood, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 55).

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Average visibility in December
Girdwood, AK

Average visibility in December - Girdwood, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The month with the highest visibility is June (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (4mi).

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