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 is characterized by a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C) in November to a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C). The average temperature during December nights is registered at a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month.Rainfall
In Hanover, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hanover, Virginia, there are 152.8 rainfall days, and 27.09" (688mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Hanover, during December, snow falls for 1.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow. In Hanover, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.7 days and aggregates up to 7.01" (178mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Hanover is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, in Hanover, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.
Sunshine
With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Hanover.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Hanover. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in December in Hanover?
What is the most humid month in Hanover?
What is the average humidity in December in Hanover?
How much does it rain in Hanover in December?
How many days does it snow in December in Hanover?
What is the month with the shortest days in Hanover?
What is the average length of the day in December in Hanover?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Hanover?
What is the month with the least sunshine in Hanover?
How many hours of sunshine does Hanover have in December?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Hanover?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Hanover?
Average temperature in December
Hanover, 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).
Average pressure in December
Hanover, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Hanover, 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).
Average humidity in December
Hanover, 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%).
Average rainfall in December
Hanover, 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").
Average rainfall days in December
Hanover, 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).
Average snowfall in December
Hanover, 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").
Average snowfall days in December
Hanover, 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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hanover, 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).
Average sunshine days in December
Hanover, 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).
Average UV index in December
Hanover, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Hanover, 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).
Average visibility in December
Hanover, 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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