December weather forecast
Hanover Heights, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hanover Heights, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.7°F (1.5°C) and max 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

Hanover Heights's December weather shows a modest shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's mild 56.5°F (13.6°C) to a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C). In December, the average low-temperature is an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Hanover Heights, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 152.8 rainfall days, and 27.09" (688mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Hanover Heights, in December, during 1.6 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Hanover Heights, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.7 days and aggregates up to 7.01" (178mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hanover Heights.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Hanover Heights in December?

In December, in Hanover Heights, the average high-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month in Hanover Heights, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Hanover Heights?

In Hanover Heights, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hanover Heights, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Hanover Heights, in December, during 1.6 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Hanover Heights have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Hanover Heights have in December?

In Hanover Heights, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hanover Heights, VA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Hanover Heights, VA

Average pressure in December - Hanover Heights, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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 Heights, VA

Average wind speed in December - Hanover Heights, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Hanover Heights, VA

Average humidity in December - Hanover Heights, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Hanover Heights, VA

Average rainfall in December - Hanover Heights, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Hanover Heights, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Hanover Heights, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hanover Heights, VA

Average snowfall in December - Hanover Heights, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hanover Heights, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Hanover Heights, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hanover Heights, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hanover Heights, VA
  • 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hanover Heights, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Hanover Heights, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Hanover Heights, VA

Average UV index in December - Hanover Heights, VA
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Hanover Heights, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Hanover Heights, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Hanover Heights, VA

Average visibility in December - Hanover Heights, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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