December weather forecast
Hickory, MS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a mild month in Hickory, Mississippi, with temperature in the range of an average low of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and an average high of 57.2°F (14°C).

Temperature

December witnesses a gentle descent in average high-temperature, descending from November's enjoyable 64.4°F (18°C) to a mild 57.2°F (14°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) is experienced.

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Hickory, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.8 days and aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in December leads to these guidelines:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Hickory, is 57.2°F (14°C), while the low-temperature averages to 41.9°F (5.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Hickory, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the rainiest month in Hickory?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Hickory in December?

In Hickory, during December, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Hickory have in December?

In Hickory, the average day length in December is 10h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Hickory, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hickory, MS

Average temperature in December - Hickory, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 57.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Hickory, MS

Average pressure in December - Hickory, MS
  • 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hickory, MS

Average wind speed in December - Hickory, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Hickory, MS

Average humidity in December - Hickory, MS
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Hickory, MS

Average rainfall in December - Hickory, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Hickory, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Hickory, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hickory, MS

Average snowfall in December - Hickory, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hickory, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Hickory, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hickory, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hickory, MS
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hickory, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Hickory, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Hickory, MS

Average UV index in December - Hickory, MS
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Hickory, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Hickory, MS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Hickory, MS

Average visibility in December - Hickory, MS
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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