December weather forecast
Hanover, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hanover, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Temperature

In Hanover, the average high-temperature in December drops, from an icy 39.9°F (4.4°C) in November, to a freezing cold 24.4°F (-4.2°C). During December, the temperature in Hanover tends to dip to an average of 14.9°F (-9.5°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Hanover, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. In Hanover, Minnesota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.6 days and collects up to 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Hanover is December, when snow falls for 12.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hanover, Minnesota.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Hanover, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hanover in December?

The high-temperature during December is 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and the low-temperature is 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hanover?

The average relative humidity in December in Hanover is 87%.

How much does it rain in Hanover in December?

In Hanover, in December, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Hanover?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Hanover, Minnesota. Snow falls for 12.1 days and accumulates 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Hanover?

In Hanover, during December, snow falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hanover?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hanover.

How many hours of daylight does Hanover have in December?

The average day length in December in Hanover, Minnesota, is 8h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Hanover?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hanover, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hanover?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Hanover?

The months with the lowest UV index in Hanover, Minnesota, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hanover?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Hanover, Minnesota, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hanover, MN

Average temperature in December - Hanover, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.4°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 (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.9°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 (7.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hanover, MN

Average pressure in December - Hanover, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Hanover, MN

Average wind speed in December - Hanover, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hanover, MN

Average humidity in December - Hanover, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hanover, MN

Average rainfall in December - Hanover, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hanover, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Hanover, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hanover, MN

Average snowfall in December - Hanover, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hanover, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Hanover, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hanover, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hanover, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Hanover, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hanover, MN

Average UV index in December - Hanover, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Hanover, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Hanover, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Hanover, MN

Average visibility in December - Hanover, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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