December weather forecast
West Hickory, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in West Hickory, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and an average low of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) to a wintry 35.8°F (2.1°C). In West Hickory, the expected average low-temperature for December is a subzero cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

In West Hickory, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In West Hickory, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.3 days and collects up to 35.08" (891mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In West Hickory, Pennsylvania, in December, during 15.1 snowfall days, 7.87" (200mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In West Hickory, during the entire year, snow falls for 74.7 days and aggregates up to 35.79" (909mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in West Hickory, is 35.8°F (2.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In West Hickory, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In West Hickory, in December, snow falls for 15.1 days, with typically accumulated 7.87" (200mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in West Hickory?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In West Hickory, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
West Hickory, PA

Average temperature in December - West Hickory, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in December
West Hickory, PA

Average pressure in December - West Hickory, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
West Hickory, PA

Average wind speed in December - West Hickory, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
West Hickory, PA

Average humidity in December - West Hickory, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June, July and August (79%).

Average rainfall in December
West Hickory, PA

Average rainfall in December - West Hickory, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.32").

Average rainfall days in December
West Hickory, PA

Average rainfall days in December - West Hickory, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Hickory, PA

Average snowfall in December - West Hickory, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Hickory, PA

Average snowfall days in December - West Hickory, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Hickory, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Hickory, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Hickory, PA

Average sunshine days in December - West Hickory, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (12.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.2 days).

Average UV index in December
West Hickory, PA

Average UV index in December - West Hickory, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
West Hickory, PA

Average cloud cover in December - West Hickory, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 75

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in December
West Hickory, PA

Average visibility in December - West Hickory, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, August, September and December (4mi).

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