December weather forecast
Hancock, MI

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Weather in December

The ending month in Hancock, Michigan brings the full force of winter, with significantly colder weather than in November. Snow engulfs the city and shorter days become the norm, making it the ultimate winter month. The decline in temperatures and the increase in snowfall signifies the peak of the winter season. Hancock experiences the greatest snowfall of the year, reaching 7.87" (200mm). As the city welcomes the New Year, residents brace for January's persistent winter weather.

Temperature

The move into December in Hancock indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C) to a subzero cold 28°F (-2.2°C). Hancock sustains an average of approximately 21.6°F (-5.8°C) during December nights, with little variation from daytime highs.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.6 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hancock, there are 123.4 rainfall days, and 21.1" (536mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Hancock. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 20.9 days and accumulates 7.87" (200mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Hancock, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:40 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 1.8h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Hancock. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Hancock?

During December, Hancock experiences an average high-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C) and a low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hancock?

In Hancock, Michigan, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in Hancock in December?

In Hancock, in December, during 6.6 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Hancock?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 20.9 days and typically aggregates up to 7.87" (200mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Hancock in December?

In December, in Hancock, Michigan, it is snowing for 20.9 days. Throughout December, 7.87" (200mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hancock?

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hancock, Michigan.

What is the average length of the day in December in Hancock?

In Hancock, Michigan, the average day length in December is 8h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hancock?

On the first day of December in Hancock, Michigan, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:40 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hancock?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Hancock, Michigan, is 1.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hancock?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hancock?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Hancock, Michigan, is 1. 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
Hancock, MI

Average temperature in December - Hancock, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 28°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (70.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.6°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (15.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hancock, MI

Average pressure in December - Hancock, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Hancock, MI

Average wind speed in December - Hancock, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 12mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hancock, MI

Average humidity in December - Hancock, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hancock, MI

Average rainfall in December - Hancock, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.28").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and March (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hancock, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Hancock, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are September and October (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hancock, MI

Average snowfall in December - Hancock, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hancock, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Hancock, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hancock, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hancock, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hancock, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Hancock, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hancock, MI

Average UV index in December - Hancock, MI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Hancock, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Hancock, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 82

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 86).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Hancock, MI

Average visibility in December - Hancock, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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