December weather forecast
Merricourt, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Merricourt, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and min 11.8°F (-11.2°C).

Temperature

Witnessing a clear downswing, the average high-temperature during December drops from November's cold 39.9°F (4.4°C) to a freezing cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C). During December, the average low-temperature is an extreme cold 11.8°F (-11.2°C).

Humidity

In Merricourt, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Merricourt, in December, during 2.7 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 92.3 rainfall days, and 15.28" (388mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Merricourt experiences an average high-temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and a low-temperature of 11.8°F (-11.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Merricourt, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Merricourt, during December, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Merricourt, in December, during 11.4 snowfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Merricourt have in December?

In Merricourt, the average day length in December is 8h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Merricourt have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Merricourt, ND

Average temperature in December - Merricourt, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Merricourt, ND

Average pressure in December - Merricourt, 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
Merricourt, ND

Average wind speed in December - Merricourt, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Merricourt, ND

Average humidity in December - Merricourt, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (61%).

Average rainfall in December
Merricourt, ND

Average rainfall in December - Merricourt, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Merricourt, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Merricourt, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Merricourt, ND

Average snowfall in December - Merricourt, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Merricourt, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Merricourt, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Merricourt, ND

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Merricourt, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Merricourt, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Merricourt, ND

Average UV index in December - Merricourt, ND
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Merricourt, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Merricourt, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Merricourt, ND

Average visibility in December - Merricourt, ND
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (5mi).

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