December weather forecast
Hanover, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Hanover, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature marginally decreases from a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) in November to a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C). Hanover experiences a nighttime temperature average of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) during December.

Humidity

In Hanover, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Hanover, in December, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hanover, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.5 days and collects up to 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 7.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, in Hanover, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hanover in December?

In December, in Hanover, the average high-temperature is 44.4°F (6.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Hanover, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hanover, in December, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Hanover?

In Hanover, in December, during 7.8 snowfall days, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hanover have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Hanover, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index 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, WV

Average temperature in December - Hanover, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in December
Hanover, WV

Average pressure in December - Hanover, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hanover, WV

Average wind speed in December - Hanover, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Hanover, WV

Average humidity in December - Hanover, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Hanover, WV

Average rainfall in December - Hanover, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Hanover, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Hanover, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hanover, WV

Average snowfall in December - Hanover, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.41"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Hanover, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Hanover, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 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, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hanover, WV
  • 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hanover, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Hanover, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Hanover, WV

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Hanover, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Hanover, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Hanover, WV

Average visibility in December - Hanover, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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