December weather forecast
Hanover Heights, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hanover Heights, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average high of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

Hanover Heights observes a small decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's refreshing 56.5°F (13.6°C) to a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C). An average low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) marks the month of December in Hanover Heights.

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Hanover Heights, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Hanover Heights, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. In Hanover Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.8 days and collects up to 27.09" (688mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Hanover Heights, in December, snow falls for 1.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow. In Hanover Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.7 days and aggregates up to 7.01" (178mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Hanover Heights is December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Hanover Heights are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Hanover Heights?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 48.7°F (9.3°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month in Hanover Heights?

With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month in Hanover Heights.

What is the average humidity in December in Hanover Heights?

In December, the average relative humidity in Hanover Heights, Virginia, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hanover Heights?

In Hanover Heights, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

In Hanover Heights, in December, during 1.6 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 37min.

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

On the first day of December in Hanover Heights, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hanover Heights?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hanover Heights?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hanover Heights?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Hanover Heights?

In Hanover Heights, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hanover Heights, VA

Average temperature in December - Hanover Heights, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hanover Heights, VA

Average pressure in December - Hanover Heights, VA
  • 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 (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Hanover Heights, VA

Average wind speed in December - Hanover Heights, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hanover Heights, VA

Average humidity in December - Hanover Heights, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hanover Heights, VA

Average rainfall in December - Hanover Heights, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hanover Heights, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Hanover Heights, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hanover Heights, VA

Average snowfall in December - Hanover Heights, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hanover Heights, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Hanover Heights, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.8 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
Hanover Heights, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hanover Heights, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hanover Heights, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Hanover Heights, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hanover Heights, VA

Average UV index in December - Hanover Heights, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Hanover Heights, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Hanover Heights, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Hanover Heights, VA

Average visibility in December - Hanover Heights, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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