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Hanover (PA) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Hanover can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be very warm during the warmest months, and cold during the cooler months. It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Visitors to Hanover can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 30°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 4°C.

At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around -6°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Hanover is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1148 mm. Hanover experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 132 mm in September, the wettest month, and 68 mm in January, the driest month.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Hanover can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 10.3 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 4.2 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Harrisburg, the United States of America (51 KM, 32 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Harrisburg, the United States of America (51 KM, 32 Miles).

Forecast for Hanover (PA)

Sun   Dec 22
-3°C | -11°C
N 4 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Mon   Dec 23
0°C | -11°C
S 3 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

Tue   Dec 24
6°C | -5°C
W 3 m/s
0.7 mm
overcast and slight snow

overcast and slight snow

The best time of year to visit Hanover in the United States of America

During the months of May and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is summer in Hanover?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Which is the warmest month in Hanover?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Hanover?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 4°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Hanover?
    September tops the wettest month list with 132 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Hanover?
    January is the driest month with 68 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Hanover?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 310 hours of sunshine.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.