December weather forecastMerida, ND
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Merida, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and 10.6°F (-11.9°C).Temperature
The arrival of December brings a distinct temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a cold 37.6°F (3.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C). In December, Merida records an average nighttime temperature of 10.6°F (-11.9°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 87%.Rainfall
In Merida, in December, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Merida, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.5 days and collects up to 15.2" (386mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Merida, in December, snow falls for 14.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.7" (94mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 72.6 snowfall days, and 21.14" (537mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 3.9h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Merida, ND
- Average high temperature in December: 22.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 10.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Merida, ND
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Merida, ND
- Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Merida, ND
- Average humidity in December: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).
Average rainfall in December
Merida, ND
- Average rainfall in December: 0.67"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").
Average rainfall days in December
Merida, ND
- Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Merida, ND
- Average snowfall in December: 3.7"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Merida, ND
- Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Merida, ND
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Merida, ND
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Merida, ND
- Average UV index in December: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Merida, ND
- Average cloud cover in December: 60
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in December
Merida, ND
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
