December weather forecast
Merrill, WI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Merrill, Wisconsin, with an average temperature ranging between min 15.1°F (-9.4°C) and max 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Temperature

In Merrill, the average high-temperature in December decreases from a cold 37.2°F (2.9°C) in November to a subzero cold 24.4°F (-4.2°C). In Merrill, an average temperature of 15.1°F (-9.4°C) is noted during December nights.

Humidity

In Merrill, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

Rainfall

In Merrill, during December, the rain falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 126.6 rainfall days, and 17.36" (441mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 17.3 days. Throughout December, 4.57" (116mm) of snow is accumulated. In Merrill, during the entire year, snow falls for 89.8 days and aggregates up to 23.58" (599mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:26 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Merrill, is 24.4°F (-4.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Merrill, in December, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 17.3 days. Throughout December, 4.57" (116mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Merrill have in December?

In Merrill, the average day length in December is 8h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:26 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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
Merrill, WI

Average temperature in December - Merrill, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Merrill, WI

Average pressure in December - Merrill, WI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Merrill, WI

Average wind speed in December - Merrill, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Merrill, WI

Average humidity in December - Merrill, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Merrill, WI

Average rainfall in December - Merrill, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Merrill, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Merrill, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Merrill, WI

Average snowfall in December - Merrill, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Merrill, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Merrill, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Merrill, WI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Merrill, WI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Merrill, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Merrill, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Merrill, WI

Average UV index in December - Merrill, WI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Merrill, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Merrill, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Merrill, WI

Average visibility in December - Merrill, WI
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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