December weather forecast
Hickory, PA

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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.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Hickory, in December, the average high-temperature is 39.9°F (4.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hickory, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Hickory, in December, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min 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 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hickory, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hickory have in December?

In Hickory, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hickory, PA

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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 / Average sunshine in December - Hickory, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 3min

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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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).

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