December weather forecast
East Hickory, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in East Hickory, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and max 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Temperature

A change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) to a wintry 35.8°F (2.1°C). East Hickory, in December, observes a steady average low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in East Hickory is 87%.

Rainfall

In East Hickory, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. In East Hickory, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.3 days and collects up to 35.08" (891mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In East Hickory, during December, snow falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.87" (200mm) of snow. In East Hickory, during the entire year, snow falls for 74.7 days and aggregates up to 35.79" (909mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in East Hickory are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in East Hickory?

In East Hickory, in December, the average high-temperature is 35.8°F (2.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in East Hickory?

In East Hickory, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in East Hickory in December?

In East Hickory, Pennsylvania, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in East Hickory?

In East Hickory, during December, snow falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.87" (200mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in East Hickory?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does East Hickory have in December?

In December, the average day length in East Hickory is 9h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in East Hickory?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in East Hickory, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in East Hickory?

In December, the average sunshine duration in East Hickory, Pennsylvania, is 2.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in East Hickory?

The months with the lowest UV index in East Hickory, Pennsylvania, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in East Hickory?

In East Hickory, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
East Hickory, PA

Average temperature in December - East Hickory, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
East Hickory, PA

Average pressure in December - East Hickory, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
East Hickory, PA

Average wind speed in December - East Hickory, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
East Hickory, PA

Average humidity in December - East Hickory, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June, July and August (79%).

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Average rainfall in December
East Hickory, PA

Average rainfall in December - East Hickory, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.32").

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Average rainfall days in December
East Hickory, PA

Average rainfall days in December - East Hickory, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
East Hickory, PA

Average snowfall in December - East Hickory, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
East Hickory, PA

Average snowfall days in December - East Hickory, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.1 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
East Hickory, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Hickory, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
East Hickory, PA

Average sunshine days in December - East Hickory, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (12.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
East Hickory, PA

Average UV index in December - East Hickory, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in December
East Hickory, PA

Average cloud cover in December - East Hickory, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 75

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).

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Average visibility in December
East Hickory, PA

Average visibility in December - East Hickory, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, August, September and December (4mi).

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