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 an average temperature fluctuating between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C) in November to a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C). Hendersonville in December experiences a low-temperature average 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

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.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hendersonville are January through April, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.6 days and accumulates 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The high-temperature, in December, in Hendersonville, is 49.6°F (9.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 34.7°F (1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

What is the wettest month?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

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

How many days does it snow in December?

In Hendersonville, in December, snow falls for 1.6 days, with typically accumulated 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hendersonville?

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

How many hours of daylight does Hendersonville have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, 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?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Hendersonville, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hendersonville?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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).

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).

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).

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%).

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").

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).

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").

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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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