December weather forecast
Hancock, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hancock, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and an average high of 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) to an icy 33.6°F (0.9°C). Nighttime temperatures in Hancock hover around an average low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) in December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

In Hancock, New York, in December, it is raining for 6.9 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 104.8 rainfall days, and 9.13" (232mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Hancock. In Hancock, in December, snow falls for 9.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow. In Hancock, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.7 days and aggregates up to 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hancock.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of December, in Hancock, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Hancock. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Hancock?

Hancock in December has an average high-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Hancock?

The months with the highest humidity in Hancock are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in December in Hancock?

In Hancock, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in Hancock in December?

In December, in Hancock, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Hancock in December?

In Hancock, New York, in December, snow falls for 9.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hancock?

December has the shortest days of the year in Hancock, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Hancock is 9h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hancock?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hancock, New York, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:39 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Hancock?

The months with the least sunshine in Hancock, New York, are February and December, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Hancock have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hancock?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hancock?

In Hancock, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hancock, NY

Average temperature in December - Hancock, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hancock, NY

Average pressure in December - Hancock, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Hancock, NY

Average wind speed in December - Hancock, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hancock, NY

Average humidity in December - Hancock, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (79%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hancock, NY

Average rainfall in December - Hancock, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hancock, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Hancock, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hancock, NY

Average snowfall in December - Hancock, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hancock, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Hancock, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.8 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, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hancock, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hancock, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Hancock, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hancock, NY

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Hancock, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Hancock, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).

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Average visibility in December
Hancock, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (4mi).

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