December weather forecast
Merry Hill, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Merry Hill, is still a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 39°F (3.9°C) and 53.4°F (11.9°C).

Temperature

December indicates a minor shift in the average high-temperature, from November's mild 59.9°F (15.5°C) to a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C). During December, Merry Hill observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 39°F (3.9°C).

Humidity

May, August, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 8.2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Merry Hill. December is the first month it typically snows in Merry Hill. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Merry Hill, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.6 days and aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Merry Hill, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Merry Hill is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in December translates into these instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Merry Hill?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Merry Hill, is 53.4°F (11.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 39°F (3.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Merry Hill?

The months with the highest humidity in Merry Hill, North Carolina, are May, August, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December in Merry Hill?

In December, the average relative humidity in Merry Hill is 79%.

What is the driest month in Merry Hill?

The months with the least rainfall are January and December Rain falls for 8.2 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Merry Hill in December?

In Merry Hill, North Carolina, during December, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Merry Hill?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Merry Hill?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Merry Hill have in December?

In Merry Hill, the average day length in December is 9h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Merry Hill?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Merry Hill?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Merry Hill, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Merry Hill?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Merry Hill, North Carolina, is 5.2h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Merry Hill?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Merry Hill is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Merry Hill, NC

Average temperature in December - Merry Hill, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Merry Hill, NC

Average pressure in December - Merry Hill, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are November and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Merry Hill, NC

Average wind speed in December - Merry Hill, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Merry Hill, NC

Average humidity in December - Merry Hill, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August, September and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Merry Hill, NC

Average rainfall in December - Merry Hill, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.61").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in December
Merry Hill, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Merry Hill, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (6.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Merry Hill, NC

Average snowfall in December - Merry Hill, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Merry Hill, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Merry Hill, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Merry Hill, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Merry Hill, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Merry Hill, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Merry Hill, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Merry Hill, NC

Average UV index in December - Merry Hill, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Merry Hill, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Merry Hill, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Merry Hill, NC

Average visibility in December - Merry Hill, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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