December weather forecast
Hanover, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hanover, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

December is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). In Hanover, the expected average low-temperature for December is an icy 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Hanover is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hanover, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.3 days and collects up to 29.61" (752mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hanover are January through March, November and December. In Hanover, Maryland, in December, snow falls for 2.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.79" (20mm) of snow. In Hanover, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.8 days and aggregates up to 6.77" (172mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Hanover, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Hanover?

The high-temperature, in December, in Hanover, records 45.5°F (7.5°C), while the low-temperature is 34.2°F (1.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hanover?

In Hanover, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hanover?

In December, in Hanover, Maryland, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Hanover in December?

In Hanover, during December, snow falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hanover?

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

How many hours of daylight does Hanover have in December?

The average day length in December in Hanover is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hanover?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hanover, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hanover?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Hanover is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hanover?

January, February, 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 Hanover?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Hanover, Maryland, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hanover, MD

Average temperature in December - Hanover, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hanover, MD

Average pressure in December - Hanover, MD
  • 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 (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Hanover, MD

Average wind speed in December - Hanover, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hanover, MD

Average humidity in December - Hanover, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hanover, MD

Average rainfall in December - Hanover, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hanover, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Hanover, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hanover, MD

Average snowfall in December - Hanover, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hanover, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Hanover, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hanover, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hanover, MD
  • 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hanover, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Hanover, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hanover, MD

Average UV index in December - Hanover, MD
  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Hanover, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Hanover, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Hanover, MD

Average visibility in December - Hanover, MD
  • 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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