December weather forecastMerricourt, ND
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Merricourt, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and min 11.8°F (-11.2°C).Temperature
Witnessing a clear downswing, the average high-temperature during December drops from November's cold 39.9°F (4.4°C) to a freezing cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C). During December, the average low-temperature is an extreme cold 11.8°F (-11.2°C).Humidity
In Merricourt, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.Rainfall
In Merricourt, in December, during 2.7 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 92.3 rainfall days, and 15.28" (388mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated snow.Daylight
With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4h.UV index
January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Merricourt, ND
- Average high temperature in December: 23.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 11.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Merricourt, 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
Merricourt, ND
- Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Merricourt, ND
- Average humidity in December: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (61%).
Average rainfall in December
Merricourt, ND
- Average rainfall in December: 0.59"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").
Average rainfall days in December
Merricourt, ND
- Average rainfall days in December: 2.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Merricourt, ND
- Average snowfall in December: 2.76"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Merricourt, ND
- Average snowfall days in December: 11.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Merricourt, ND
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Merricourt, ND
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Merricourt, ND
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Merricourt, ND
- Average cloud cover in December: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in December
Merricourt, ND
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (5mi).
