December weather forecast
Merida, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Merida, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December brings a distinct temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a cold 37.6°F (3.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C). In December, Merida records an average nighttime temperature of 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Merida, in December, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Merida, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.5 days and collects up to 15.2" (386mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Merida, in December, snow falls for 14.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.7" (94mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 72.6 snowfall days, and 21.14" (537mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Merida, the average high-temperature 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. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Merida, in December, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Merida, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Merida, ND

Average temperature in December - Merida, 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
Merida, ND

Average pressure in December - Merida, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Merida, 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
Merida, ND

Average humidity in December - Merida, 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
Merida, ND

Average rainfall in December - Merida, 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
Merida, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Merida, 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
Merida, ND

Average snowfall in December - Merida, 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
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Average snowfall days in December - Merida, 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
Merida, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Merida, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

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 36min).

  • 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
Merida, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Merida, 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
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Average UV index in December - Merida, 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
Merida, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Merida, 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
Merida, ND

Average visibility in December - Merida, 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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