December weather forecast
Hanover, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Hanover, Kansas, with an average temperature varying between 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

The onset of December coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to an icy 38.7°F (3.7°C). In the month of December, the average temperature in Hanover dips to a freezing cold 24.4°F (-4.2°C) during the night.

Humidity

In Hanover, Kansas, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

Rainfall

In Hanover, in December, during 5.4 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hanover, there are 127.7 rainfall days, and 24.92" (633mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hanover are January through May, October through December. In December, in Hanover, Kansas, it is snowing for 4.7 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated. In Hanover, Kansas, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.6 days and aggregates up to 8.46" (215mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Hanover, Kansas, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Hanover, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, 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 rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hanover in December?

In Hanover, in December, the average high-temperature is 38.7°F (3.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.4°F (-4.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hanover?

In Hanover, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hanover?

In December, in Hanover, the rain falls for 5.4 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Hanover in December?

In December, in Hanover, Kansas, it is snowing for 4.7 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hanover?

The month with the shortest days in Hanover is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hanover have in December?

In Hanover, the average day length in December is 9h and 24min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hanover?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Hanover?

The months with the least sunshine in Hanover, Kansas, are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hanover?

In Hanover, Kansas, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Hanover?

In Hanover, Kansas, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hanover, KS

Average temperature in December - Hanover, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Hanover, KS

Average pressure in December - Hanover, KS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hanover, KS

Average wind speed in December - Hanover, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Hanover, KS

Average humidity in December - Hanover, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in December
Hanover, KS

Average rainfall in December - Hanover, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Hanover, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Hanover, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hanover, KS

Average snowfall in December - Hanover, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hanover, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Hanover, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hanover, KS
  • 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: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hanover, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Hanover, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Hanover, KS

Average UV index in December - Hanover, KS
  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Hanover, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Hanover, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Hanover, KS

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

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

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