December weather forecast
Hancock, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Hancock, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.4°F (-5.9°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

December suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to an icy 33.4°F (0.8°C). Hancock, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Hancock is 79%.

Rainfall

In Hancock, during December, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 127.7 rainfall days, and 26.57" (675mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hancock, during December, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Hancock, there are 35.8 snowfall days, and 13.82" (351mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Hancock is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Hancock is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Hancock are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Hancock?

In Hancock, in December, the average high-temperature is 33.4°F (0.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 21.4°F (-5.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hancock?

In Hancock, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hancock?

In Hancock, Iowa, in December, during 5.2 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Hancock in December?

In December, in Hancock, Iowa, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hancock?

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

How many hours of daylight does Hancock have in December?

In Hancock, the average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hancock?

On the first day of December in Hancock, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hancock have in December?

In Hancock, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Hancock?

The months with the lowest UV index in Hancock, Iowa, are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hancock?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Hancock is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in December
Hancock, IA

Average temperature in December - Hancock, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Hancock, IA

Average pressure in December - Hancock, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hancock, IA

Average wind speed in December - Hancock, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Hancock, IA

Average humidity in December - Hancock, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Hancock, IA

Average rainfall in December - Hancock, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Hancock, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Hancock, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hancock, IA

Average snowfall in December - Hancock, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hancock, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Hancock, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h 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: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hancock, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Hancock, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Hancock, IA

Average UV index in December - Hancock, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Hancock, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Hancock, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Hancock, IA

Average visibility in December - Hancock, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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