December weather forecast
Hendricks, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hendricks, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather reveals a slight temperature decrease, transitioning from a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). Hendricks experiences an average temperature drop to an icy 33.1°F (0.6°C) during December nights.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Hendricks, during December, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. In Hendricks, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.7 days and collects up to 34.8" (884mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hendricks, during December, snow falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Hendricks, there are 37.5 snowfall days, and 15.43" (392mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Hendricks, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Hendricks is 4.4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Hendricks. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Hendricks?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What are the most humid months in Hendricks?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months in Hendricks.

What is the average humidity in December in Hendricks?

In Hendricks, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hendricks?

In December, in Hendricks, Kentucky, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Hendricks in December?

In Hendricks, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 7.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hendricks?

The month with the shortest days in Hendricks, Kentucky, is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Hendricks is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hendricks?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hendricks, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hendricks?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hendricks?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Hendricks?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Hendricks is 2. A UV Index estimate 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
Hendricks, KY

Average temperature in December - Hendricks, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hendricks, KY

Average pressure in December - Hendricks, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Hendricks, KY

Average wind speed in December - Hendricks, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hendricks, KY

Average humidity in December - Hendricks, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hendricks, KY

Average rainfall in December - Hendricks, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hendricks, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Hendricks, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hendricks, KY

Average snowfall in December - Hendricks, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hendricks, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Hendricks, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hendricks, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hendricks, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hendricks, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Hendricks, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hendricks, KY

Average UV index in December - Hendricks, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Hendricks, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Hendricks, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Hendricks, KY

Average visibility in December - Hendricks, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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