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Hanford Weather in December

December in Hanford typically sees daytime highs of 13°C (55°F) and nighttime lows of 2°C (36°F). As the wettest month of the year, expect more rainfall than other months. It falls within the winter season.

Rainfall in Hanford in December

As the month with the highest rainfall, make sure to have an umbrella to manage the showers. You can typically expect 7 days of rain this month, averaging around 44 mm (1.7 in). Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Hanford in December

Daytime temperatures in Hanford reach 13°C (55°F) in December, dropping to 2°C (36°F) at night. Winter occurs in December. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. Nights drop to 2°C (36°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet. This month often claims the chilliest averages of the year.

Sunshine in Hanford in December

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 127 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and overcast.

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Hanford Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C (36°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 13°C (55°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 23%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 44 mm (1.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  
HumidityHumidity 82% *  
SunshineSunshine 127 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 41% *  
* Data from: Fresno, the United States of America (47 KM, 29 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in December

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Hanford in December

Pack for changing conditions in Hanford in December. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Hanford in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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