December weather forecast
New Hanover, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in New Hanover, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and an average low of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C) in November to an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). An average low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C) is recorded during the nights in December in New Hanover.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In New Hanover, Pennsylvania, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In New Hanover, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.5 days and collects up to 27.87" (708mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in New Hanover, there are 19.1 snowfall days, and 11.54" (293mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in New Hanover is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In New Hanover, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in New Hanover during December?

During December, New Hanover experiences an average high-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in New Hanover?

In New Hanover, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in New Hanover in December?

In December, in New Hanover, Pennsylvania, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in New Hanover?

In New Hanover, Pennsylvania, in December, during 2.7 snowfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in New Hanover?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in New Hanover, Pennsylvania.

What is the average length of the day in December in New Hanover?

In New Hanover, the average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in New Hanover?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does New Hanover have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in New Hanover is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in New Hanover?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in New Hanover.

What is the UV index reading in December in New Hanover?

In New Hanover, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
New Hanover, PA

Average temperature in December - New Hanover, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
New Hanover, PA

Average pressure in December - New Hanover, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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).

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Average wind speed in December
New Hanover, PA

Average wind speed in December - New Hanover, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
New Hanover, PA

Average humidity in December - New Hanover, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
New Hanover, PA

Average rainfall in December - New Hanover, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in December
New Hanover, PA

Average rainfall days in December - New Hanover, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
New Hanover, PA

Average snowfall in December - New Hanover, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
New Hanover, PA

Average snowfall days in December - New Hanover, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
New Hanover, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Hanover, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
New Hanover, PA

Average sunshine days in December - New Hanover, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
New Hanover, PA

Average UV index in December - New Hanover, PA
  • 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
New Hanover, PA

Average cloud cover in December - New Hanover, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
New Hanover, PA

Average visibility in December - New Hanover, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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