December weather forecast
Merrick, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Merrick, New York, with an average temperature varying between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

The advent of December brings a subtle shift in temperature, with the average high moving from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). December nights reveal a minor deviation from daytime highs, with a mean low-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Merrick, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation. In Merrick, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.2 days and collects up to 37.17" (944mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 2.1 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated. In Merrick, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.3 days and aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March 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 vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Merrick, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Merrick, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.1 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Merrick have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Merrick have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March 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 Merrick, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Merrick, NY

Average temperature in December - Merrick, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Merrick, NY

Average pressure in December - Merrick, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Merrick, NY

Average wind speed in December - Merrick, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Merrick, NY

Average humidity in December - Merrick, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Merrick, NY

Average rainfall in December - Merrick, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Merrick, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Merrick, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Merrick, NY

Average snowfall in December - Merrick, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Merrick, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Merrick, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Merrick, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Merrick, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Merrick, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Merrick, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Merrick, NY

Average UV index in December - Merrick, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Merrick, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Merrick, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Merrick, NY

Average visibility in December - Merrick, NY
  • 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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