December weather forecast
Hickory, OK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Hickory, Oklahoma, with an average temperature ranging between max 50.5°F (10.3°C) and min 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from a mild 60.6°F (15.9°C) in November to a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C). Hickory's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 36.3°F (2.4°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In Hickory, the average relative humidity in December is 70%.

Rainfall

In Hickory, during December, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. In Hickory, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129 days and collects up to 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Hickory, during December, snow falls for 1.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Hickory, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.3 days and aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hickory.
On the first day of December in Hickory, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Hickory.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. 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. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Hickory, is 50.5°F (10.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 36.3°F (2.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Hickory, the average relative humidity in December is 70%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Hickory, in December, during 1.1 snowfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Hickory have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Hickory, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Hickory, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Hickory, OK
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Hickory, OK
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Hickory, OK
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Hickory, OK
  • Average humidity in December: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (61%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Hickory, OK
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Hickory, OK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Hickory, OK
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Hickory, OK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hickory, OK
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Hickory, OK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.3 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Hickory, OK
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Hickory, OK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

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

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

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