December weather forecast
Hanover, CT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hanover, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.4°F (4.1°C) and an average low of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

During the transition into December, Hanover observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to an icy 39.4°F (4.1°C). Hanover's temperature drops to an average low of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Hanover, Connecticut. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Hanover, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow. In Hanover, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.6 days and aggregates up to 15.98" (406mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Hanover, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hanover in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Hanover, is 39.4°F (4.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hanover?

In Hanover, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

What is the rainiest month in Hanover?

The month with the most rainfall in Hanover is December, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Hanover?

In Hanover, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Hanover in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hanover?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Hanover, Connecticut, is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hanover?

On the first day of December in Hanover, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:28 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hanover?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Hanover, Connecticut, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hanover?

In Hanover, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hanover?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hanover?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Hanover, Connecticut, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Hanover, CT

Average temperature in December - Hanover, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Hanover, CT

Average pressure in December - Hanover, CT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hanover, CT

Average wind speed in December - Hanover, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Hanover, CT

Average humidity in December - Hanover, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Hanover, CT

Average rainfall in December - Hanover, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Hanover, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Hanover, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hanover, CT

Average snowfall in December - Hanover, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.72"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Hanover, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Hanover, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hanover, CT
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hanover, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Hanover, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Hanover, CT

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Hanover, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Hanover, CT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March, May and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Hanover, CT

Average visibility in December - Hanover, CT
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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