Hancock County Climate
Hancock County, Indiana
Avg Annual Temp
51.9°F
Annual Precip
47.8"
Annual Snowfall
20.2"
Extreme Heat Days
15.5
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Hancock County Weather
Temperate Conditions Near the National Median
Hancock County maintains an annual average temperature of 51.9°F, placing it near the national median for temperate zones. It features the typical wet-dry cycles characteristic of the American interior.
Wetter Than the Indiana Average
At 51.9°F, Hancock County is right in line with Indiana’s state average temperature. However, it is significantly wetter than the state average, recording 47.8 inches of rain compared to 43.9 inches statewide.
Extra Moisture Compared to Hamilton County
Hancock is slightly warmer and significantly wetter than neighboring Hamilton County. While Hamilton receives 43.2 inches of rain, Hancock deals with nearly five more inches of annual precipitation.
Steady Heat and Moderate Snowfall
The county faces 16 days of extreme heat over 90°F during the 72.7°F average summer. Winter brings 20.2 inches of snow and average seasonal temperatures around 29.5°F.
Manage the Rain and Summer Humidity
Prioritize storm drainage and roof maintenance to handle the high annual precipitation of 47.8 inches. Ensure air conditioning is serviced to manage the mid-70s July averages.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.