December weather forecast
Merrifield, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Merrifield, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C) in November to an icy 34.5°F (1.4°C). Merrifield documents an average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) for the nights of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Merrifield, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 115.7 rainfall days, and 11.06" (281mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Merrifield, during December, snow falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow. In Merrifield, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.9 days and aggregates up to 12.95" (329mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Merrifield is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Merrifield, the average sunshine in December is 3h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Merrifield. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Merrifield?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Merrifield during December are 34.5°F (1.4°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Merrifield?

In Merrifield, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Merrifield?

In Merrifield, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Merrifield in December?

In Merrifield, New York, during December, snow falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Merrifield?

The month with the shortest days in Merrifield, New York, is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Merrifield have in December?

In Merrifield, the average day length in December is 9h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Merrifield?

On the first day of December in Merrifield, New York, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Merrifield have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Merrifield is 3h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Merrifield, New York, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Merrifield?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Merrifield, NY

Average temperature in December - Merrifield, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Merrifield, NY

Average pressure in December - Merrifield, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Merrifield, NY

Average wind speed in December - Merrifield, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Merrifield, NY

Average humidity in December - Merrifield, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

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Average rainfall in December
Merrifield, NY

Average rainfall in December - Merrifield, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (1.22").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Merrifield, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Merrifield, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Merrifield, NY

Average snowfall in December - Merrifield, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Merrifield, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Merrifield, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.3 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
Merrifield, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Merrifield, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Merrifield, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Merrifield, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Merrifield, NY

Average UV index in December - Merrifield, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Merrifield, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Merrifield, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Merrifield, NY

Average visibility in December - Merrifield, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and July (5mi).

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