December weather forecast
Meridian, ID

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The trees blossom with colorful flower petals near a high water tower in Meridian, Idaho
The trees blossom with colorful flower petals near a high water tower in Meridian, Idaho

Weather in December

December in Meridian, Idaho, is marked by a true winter ambiance. Engulfed in winter's chill, the city experiences temperatures dropping to the mid 20s°F to high 30s°F. The cityscape gets a white makeover with average snowfall levels peaking at 4.88" (124mm). Moving forward, January continues on with similar chilly conditions and higher snowfall. Hence, December is synonymous with winter in Meridian, Idaho with noticeable sub-zero temperatures and an impressive snowfall display.

Temperature

December, noted for its average high-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C), is considered the coldest month.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Meridian, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Meridian, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.8 days and collects up to 12.48" (317mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 8.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.88" (124mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 5:19 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

Meridian's coldest temperatures are experienced in December, with average high temperatures of 36°F (2.2°C) and lows of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

How cold is it in Meridian in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Meridian, is 36°F (2.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Meridian is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Meridian, during December, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall in Meridian, Idaho, is December, when snow falls for 8.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.88" (124mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Meridian, during December, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.88" (124mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Meridian have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 5:19 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Meridian have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Meridian is 5.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Meridian, ID

Average temperature in December - Meridian, ID
  • Average high temperature in December: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (24.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Meridian, ID

Average pressure in December - Meridian, ID
  • Average pressure in December: 30.21"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.25"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Meridian, ID

Average wind speed in December - Meridian, ID
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Meridian, ID

Average humidity in December - Meridian, ID
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (30%).

Average rainfall in December
Meridian, ID

Average rainfall in December - Meridian, ID
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.12").

Average rainfall days in December
Meridian, ID

Average rainfall days in December - Meridian, ID
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Meridian, ID

Average snowfall in December - Meridian, ID
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.88"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Meridian, ID

Average snowfall days in December - Meridian, ID
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Meridian, ID

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Meridian, ID
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Meridian, ID

Average sunshine days in December - Meridian, ID
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Meridian, ID

Average UV index in December - Meridian, ID
  • 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
Meridian, ID

Average cloud cover in December - Meridian, ID
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in December
Meridian, ID

Average visibility in December - Meridian, ID
  • 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).

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