December weather forecast
Meridian, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Meridian, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and an average high of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature drops in December, from November's frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C) to an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C). Meridian maintains an average low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) throughout December's nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Meridian, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. In Meridian, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.4 days and collects up to 29.61" (752mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Meridian, New York, are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 16 days and accumulates 7.05" (179mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, in Meridian, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Meridian are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Meridian in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Meridian, is 34.7°F (1.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Meridian?

In Meridian, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Meridian?

In December, in Meridian, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Meridian?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Meridian. Snow falls for 16 days and accumulates 7.05" (179mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Meridian?

In December, in Meridian, New York, it is snowing for 16 days. Throughout December, 7.05" (179mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Meridian?

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

How many hours of daylight does Meridian have in December?

In December, the average day length in Meridian is 9h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Meridian?

On the first day of December in Meridian, New York, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:41 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Meridian have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Meridian?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Meridian.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Meridian?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Meridian, NY

Average temperature in December - Meridian, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Meridian, NY

Average pressure in December - Meridian, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Meridian, NY

Average wind speed in December - Meridian, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Meridian, NY

Average humidity in December - Meridian, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Meridian, NY

Average rainfall in December - Meridian, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Meridian, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Meridian, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Meridian, NY

Average snowfall in December - Meridian, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.05").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Meridian, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Meridian, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.6 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, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Meridian, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Meridian, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Meridian, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Meridian, NY

Average UV index in December - Meridian, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Meridian, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Meridian, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Meridian, NY

Average visibility in December - Meridian, NY
  • 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).

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