December weather forecast
Hanover, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Hanover, New Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between max 48.7°F (9.3°C) and min 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

December, known for its average high temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) and an average low temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 56%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Hanover, in December, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hanover, there are 94.7 rainfall days, and 13.15" (334mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hanover, New Mexico, are January through March, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Hanover, New Mexico, is December, when snow falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:16 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Hanover are January and December, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Hanover, New Mexico. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Hanover?

The coldest period in Hanover is December, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 48.7°F (9.3°C) and a low of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

What is the average December temperature in Hanover?

In Hanover, in December, the average high-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the most humid month in Hanover?

With an average relative humidity of 56%, December is the most humid month in Hanover.

What is the average humidity in December in Hanover?

In December, the average relative humidity in Hanover, New Mexico, is 56%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hanover?

In Hanover, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Hanover?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Hanover. Snow falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Hanover in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hanover?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Hanover have in December?

In Hanover, New Mexico, the average day length in December is 10h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hanover?

On the first day of December in Hanover, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:16 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Hanover?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Hanover have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Hanover is 7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hanover?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Hanover?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hanover, NM

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Hanover, NM

Average pressure in December - Hanover, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hanover, NM

Average wind speed in December - Hanover, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Hanover, NM

Average humidity in December - Hanover, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 56%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (56%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (26%).

Average rainfall in December
Hanover, NM

Average rainfall in December - Hanover, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Hanover, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Hanover, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hanover, NM

Average snowfall in December - Hanover, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hanover, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Hanover, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hanover, NM
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hanover, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Hanover, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Hanover, NM

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Hanover, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Hanover, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in December
Hanover, NM

Average visibility in December - Hanover, NM
  • 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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