December weather forecast
Hanover, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hanover, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 42.1°F (5.6°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

A subtle change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) to a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C). Nighttime temperature in Hanover lowers to an average of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) in December.

Humidity

In Hanover, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Hanover, in December, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hanover, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.6 days and collects up to 17.52" (445mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Hanover, in December, during 3.7 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hanover, there are 19.9 snowfall days, and 7.24" (184mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, in Hanover, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Hanover, is 42.1°F (5.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 29.8°F (-1.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Hanover, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Hanover, the average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Hanover, PA

Average temperature in December - Hanover, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Hanover, PA

Average pressure in December - Hanover, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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, PA

Average wind speed in December - Hanover, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Hanover, PA

Average humidity in December - Hanover, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Hanover, PA

Average rainfall in December - Hanover, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Hanover, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Hanover, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hanover, PA

Average snowfall in December - Hanover, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hanover, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Hanover, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.7 days

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hanover, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hanover, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Hanover, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Hanover, PA

Average UV index in December - Hanover, PA
  • 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, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Hanover, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Hanover, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Hanover, PA

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

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

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