December weather forecast
Hendersonville, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hendersonville, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average high of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a minute temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C) to a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C). In the month of December, Hendersonville witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Hendersonville, North Carolina. Rain falls for 10.2 days and accumulates 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Hendersonville. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 1.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Hendersonville, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Hendersonville, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Hendersonville are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Hendersonville?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Hendersonville, is 49.6°F (9.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months in Hendersonville?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Hendersonville?

In Hendersonville, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

What is the rainiest month in Hendersonville?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Hendersonville in December?

In Hendersonville, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Hendersonville?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Hendersonville, North Carolina. Snow falls for 1.6 days and accumulates 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Hendersonville?

In December, in Hendersonville, it is snowing for 1.6 days. Throughout December, 4.72" (120mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hendersonville?

The month with the shortest days in Hendersonville, North Carolina, is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hendersonville have in December?

In Hendersonville, the average day length in December is 9h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hendersonville?

On the first day of December in Hendersonville, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hendersonville?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Hendersonville, North Carolina, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hendersonville?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hendersonville?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Hendersonville, North Carolina.

What is the UV index reading in December in Hendersonville?

In Hendersonville, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Hendersonville, NC

Average temperature in December - Hendersonville, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hendersonville, NC

Average pressure in December - Hendersonville, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Hendersonville, NC

Average wind speed in December - Hendersonville, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hendersonville, NC

Average humidity in December - Hendersonville, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, July and November (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hendersonville, NC

Average rainfall in December - Hendersonville, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.9"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hendersonville, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Hendersonville, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hendersonville, NC

Average snowfall in December - Hendersonville, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hendersonville, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Hendersonville, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hendersonville, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hendersonville, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hendersonville, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Hendersonville, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hendersonville, NC

Average UV index in December - Hendersonville, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Hendersonville, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Hendersonville, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Hendersonville, NC

Average visibility in December - Hendersonville, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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