December weather forecast
Hendricks, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Hendricks, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.2°F (4°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a subtle shift in temperature, down from a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to a cold 39.2°F (4°C). An average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) is observed during the December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Hendricks is 83%.

Rainfall

In Hendricks, in December, during 14.5 rainfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hendricks, during the entire year, the rain falls for 194.8 days and collects up to 37.2" (945mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 12.8 days. Throughout December, 6.89" (175mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 63.8 snowfall days, and 38.74" (984mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Hendricks, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Hendricks, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Hendricks, West Virginia, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hendricks in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Hendricks, is 39.2°F (4°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hendricks?

The average relative humidity in December in Hendricks is 83%.

How much does it rain in Hendricks in December?

In Hendricks, West Virginia, in December, during 14.5 rainfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Hendricks in December?

In Hendricks, during December, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.89" (175mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hendricks?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hendricks.

How many hours of daylight does Hendricks have in December?

In Hendricks, West Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hendricks?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hendricks?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Hendricks is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hendricks?

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 intensity in December in Hendricks?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Hendricks is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hendricks, WV

Average temperature in December - Hendricks, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Hendricks, WV

Average pressure in December - Hendricks, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hendricks, WV

Average wind speed in December - Hendricks, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Hendricks, WV

Average humidity in December - Hendricks, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Hendricks, WV

Average rainfall in December - Hendricks, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Hendricks, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Hendricks, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hendricks, WV

Average snowfall in December - Hendricks, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hendricks, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Hendricks, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hendricks, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hendricks, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hendricks, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Hendricks, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (13.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Hendricks, WV

Average UV index in December - Hendricks, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Hendricks, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Hendricks, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Hendricks, WV

Average visibility in December - Hendricks, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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