December weather forecastHickory, PA
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Hickory, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 28.4°F (-2°C) and 39.9°F (4.4°C).Temperature
The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a wintry 39.9°F (4.4°C) from November's frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C). Hickory experiences a mean temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) during December nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 84%.Rainfall
In Hickory, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 170.6 rainfall days, and 25.79" (655mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hickory, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.6" (66mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 55.6 snowfall days, and 13.62" (346mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 24min 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 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Hickory, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Hickory, PA
- Average high temperature in December: 39.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Hickory, PA
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Hickory, PA
- Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Hickory, PA
- Average humidity in December: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Hickory, PA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.05"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.61").
Average rainfall days in December
Hickory, PA
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Hickory, PA
- Average snowfall in December: 2.6"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Hickory, PA
- Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hickory, PA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Hickory, PA
- Average sunshine days in December: 10.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Hickory, PA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Hickory, PA
- Average cloud cover in December: 64
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in December
Hickory, PA
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, August and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).
