Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
December ushers in a minor alteration in Hickory's climate, with the average high-temperature moving from November's mild 57.4°F (14.1°C) to a cool 50°F (10°C). Nighttime temperature in Hickory experiences an average drop to a cold 35.2°F (1.8°C) in December.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.Rainfall
In Hickory, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 163.1 rainfall days, and 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Hickory. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Hickory is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of December, in Hickory, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.5h 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Hickory in December?
What are the most humid months in Hickory?
What is the average humidity in December in Hickory?
How many days does it rain in December in Hickory?
What is the snowiest month in Hickory?
How many days does it snow in December in Hickory?
What is the month with the shortest days in Hickory?
What is the average length of the day in December in Hickory?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Hickory?
What is the month with the least sunshine in Hickory?
How long on average sun shines in December in Hickory?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hickory?
How high is the UV index in December in Hickory?
Average temperature in December
Hickory, NC
- Average high temperature in December: 50°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 35.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Hickory, 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
Hickory, NC
- Average wind speed in December: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Hickory, NC
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Hickory, NC
- Average rainfall in December: 3.15"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.97").
Average rainfall days in December
Hickory, NC
- Average rainfall days in December: 11 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Hickory, NC
- Average snowfall in December: 2.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Hickory, NC
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hickory, 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 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Hickory, NC
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).
Average UV index in December
Hickory, NC
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Hickory, NC
- Average cloud cover in December: 41
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Hickory, NC
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
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