December weather forecastMerriman, NE
December
Weather in December
December welcomes the winter season in Merriman, Nebraska, bringing along the cold weather with an average high temperature dipping to just 32°F (0°C). It's a dramatic shift in weather from November, turning the city into a winter wonderland. The verdant scenery is replaced by a whitewashed landscape as first snowflakes of the season start to fall. The city sparkles under the holiday lights, creating a picturesque winter scene. With wind gusts reaching up to 20.6mph (33.2km/h), it's the coldest and possibly the most enchanting month in Merriman.Temperature
Merriman's December weather, marked by an average high temperature of 32°F (0°C) and an average low temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C), is the coldest in the year.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
In Merriman, during December, the rain falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. In Merriman, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Merriman, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow. In Merriman, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.3 days and aggregates up to 19.76" (502mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:22 pm MST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 5.8h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Merriman, NE
- Average high temperature in December: 32°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 18.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Merriman, NE
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Merriman, NE
- Average wind speed in December: 11.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.4mph).
Average humidity in December
Merriman, NE
- Average humidity in December: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).
Average rainfall in December
Merriman, NE
- Average rainfall in December: 0.71"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").
Average rainfall days in December
Merriman, NE
- Average rainfall days in December: 2.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Merriman, NE
- Average snowfall in December: 2.87"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Merriman, NE
- Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Merriman, NE
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Merriman, NE
- Average sunshine days in December: 21 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Merriman, NE
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Merriman, NE
- Average cloud cover in December: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).
Average visibility in December
Merriman, NE
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
