December weather forecast
Mercer, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mercer, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

Temperature

In Mercer, the onset of December is marked by a decreased average high-temperature, declining from November's icy 37.6°F (3.1°C) to a freezing cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C). Mercer's nights in December experience an average temperature drop to an extreme cold 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

Humidity

In Mercer, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mercer, North Dakota, there are 100.5 rainfall days, and 15.2" (386mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Mercer, during December, snow falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of snow. In Mercer, during the entire year, snow falls for 72.6 days and aggregates up to 21.14" (537mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Mercer.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Mercer?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Mercer, is 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 10.6°F (-11.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Mercer?

The average relative humidity in December in Mercer is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Mercer?

In Mercer, North Dakota, in December, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Mercer?

In Mercer, North Dakota, in December, snow falls for 14.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mercer?

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Mercer?

In December, the average day length in Mercer, North Dakota, is 8h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Mercer?

On the first day of December in Mercer, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mercer have in December?

In Mercer, North Dakota, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Mercer?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Mercer?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Mercer, ND

Average temperature in December - Mercer, 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
Mercer, ND

Average pressure in December - Mercer, 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
Mercer, ND

Average wind speed in December - Mercer, 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
Mercer, ND

Average humidity in December - Mercer, 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
Mercer, ND

Average rainfall in December - Mercer, 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
Mercer, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Mercer, 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
Mercer, ND

Average snowfall in December - Mercer, 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
Mercer, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Mercer, 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
Mercer, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mercer, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

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
Mercer, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Mercer, 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
Mercer, ND

Average UV index in December - Mercer, 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
Mercer, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Mercer, 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
Mercer, ND

Average visibility in December - Mercer, 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).

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