December weather forecast
Hancock, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hancock, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C) to a cold 35.1°F (1.7°C). Hancock encounters a steady low-temperature average of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In Hancock, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hancock, in December, snow falls for 7.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.78" (96mm) of snow. In Hancock, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.1 days and aggregates up to 23.82" (605mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Hancock, the average seawater temperature in December is 45.3°F (7.4°C).
Note: Dipping into 45.3°F (7.4°C) below 50°F (10°C) is possible with the right protection; absent that, anticipate cold shock and hampered breathing. Swimming momentarily at 55.4°F (13°C) can be jarring.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Hancock, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Hancock experiences an average high-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and a low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hancock, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Hancock, in December, snow falls for 7.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.78" (96mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in December?

In December, the average ocean temperature is 45.3°F (7.4°C). Swimming in 45.3°F (7.4°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 54min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:03 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hancock have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Hancock is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hancock, ME

Average temperature in December - Hancock, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Hancock, ME

Average pressure in December - Hancock, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Hancock, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Hancock, ME

Average humidity in December - Hancock, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Hancock, ME

Average rainfall in December - Hancock, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Hancock, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hancock, ME

Average snowfall in December - Hancock, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hancock, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Hancock, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Hancock, ME

Average sea temperature in December - Hancock, ME
  • Average sea temperature in December: 45.3°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hancock, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Hancock, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Hancock, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Hancock, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 35).

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

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

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