Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
Hickory's transition into December involves a shift in temperature, receding from a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C) in November to a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C). During the month of December, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 34.7°F (1.5°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Hickory is 78%.Rainfall
In Hickory, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation. In Hickory, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.3 days and collects up to 42.01" (1067mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Hickory are January through April, November and December. In Hickory, Kentucky, during December, snow falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.9 snowfall days, and 5.71" (145mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Frequently asked questions
What are December temperatures in Hickory?
What is the average humidity in December in Hickory?
How many days does it rain in December in Hickory?
How much does it snow in Hickory in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in Hickory?
What is the average length of the day in December in Hickory?
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hickory?
How many hours of sunshine does Hickory have in December?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hickory?
How high is the UV index in December in Hickory?
Average temperature in December
Hickory, KY
- Average high temperature in December: 46.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Hickory, KY
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Hickory, KY
- Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Hickory, KY
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Hickory, KY
- Average rainfall in December: 3.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").
Average rainfall days in December
Hickory, KY
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Hickory, KY
- Average snowfall in December: 0.59"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Hickory, KY
- Average snowfall days in December: 2 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hickory, KY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Hickory, KY
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Hickory, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Hickory, KY
- Average cloud cover in December: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
Hickory, KY
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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