December weather forecast
Hanover, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Hanover, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

Hanover observes a small decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). During the nights in December, Hanover experiences a consistent average temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Hanover is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.5 rainfall days, and 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hanover are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Hanover is December, when snow falls for 7.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) 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 7:23 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Hanover is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hanover in December?

During December, Hanover experiences an average high-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and a low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hanover?

In December, the average relative humidity in Hanover, West Virginia, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Hanover in December?

In Hanover, in December, during 11.6 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Hanover?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Hanover?

In Hanover, in December, during 7.8 snowfall days, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hanover?

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

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

In Hanover, West Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hanover?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hanover have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Hanover is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Hanover?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hanover?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Hanover, West Virginia, 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, WV

Average temperature in December - Hanover, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hanover, WV

Average pressure in December - Hanover, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Hanover, WV

Average wind speed in December - Hanover, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hanover, WV

Average humidity in December - Hanover, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hanover, WV

Average rainfall in December - Hanover, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hanover, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Hanover, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hanover, WV

Average snowfall in December - Hanover, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hanover, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Hanover, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 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, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hanover, WV
  • 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hanover, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Hanover, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hanover, WV

Average UV index in December - Hanover, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
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, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Hanover, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
Hanover, WV

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

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

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