December weather forecast
Merritt, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Merritt, Michigan, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.2°F (-1°C) and an average low of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Temperature

A shift in Merritt's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a cold 41°F (5°C) to a freezing cold 30.2°F (-1°C). Merritt's nighttime average temperature in December drops marginally from the daytime highs, settling at 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Humidity

In Merritt, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Merritt, in December, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Merritt, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.5 days and collects up to 21.02" (534mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Merritt are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 18.6 days. Throughout December, 6.3" (160mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 90.1 snowfall days, and 32.91" (836mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Merritt is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, in Merritt, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Merritt is 2.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Merritt in December?

During December, Merritt experiences an average high-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C) and a low-temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Merritt?

The average relative humidity in December in Merritt, Michigan, is 86%.

How much does it rain in Merritt in December?

In Merritt, in December, during 7.1 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Merritt in December?

In Merritt, in December, snow falls for 18.6 days, with typically accumulated 6.3" (160mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Merritt?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Merritt, Michigan, is 8h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Merritt?

On the first day of December in Merritt, Michigan, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Merritt have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Merritt, Michigan, is 2.3h.

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

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Merritt, Michigan.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Merritt?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Merritt, MI

Average temperature in December - Merritt, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Merritt, MI

Average pressure in December - Merritt, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Merritt, MI

Average wind speed in December - Merritt, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Merritt, MI

Average humidity in December - Merritt, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Merritt, MI

Average rainfall in December - Merritt, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in December
Merritt, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Merritt, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Merritt, MI

Average snowfall in December - Merritt, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Merritt, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Merritt, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Merritt, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Merritt, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Merritt, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Merritt, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Merritt, MI

Average UV index in December - Merritt, MI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Merritt, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Merritt, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 75

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Merritt, MI

Average visibility in December - Merritt, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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