Merrifield weather in December (Virginia, United States of America)

Is December a good time to explore Merrifield weather-wise? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

In December, Merrifield tends to experience low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of December. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 9°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about -0°C.

Precipitation

Merrifield in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 98 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 11 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 130 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Merrifield. April, May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Merrifield climate page with graphs.

 

Merrifield, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -0°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 37%  

Precipitation 98 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 64% *  

Windspeed 14 km/h *  

Sunshine 130 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 45% *  

* Data from: Washington DC, the United States of America (17 KM, 10 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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