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Our satellite is from the GOES-16. It is color enhanced by using a geocolor terrain background during the day and black marble city lights at night. The daytime satellite data is Visible satellite imagery, and nighttime uses Infrared bands. The bluish clouds are fog and low cloud. The whiteest clouds are the coldest, highest cloud tops.

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Current surface weather map around Houghton County, MI

This surface map is from the HRRR computer model. It is a 1-hour forecast, updated hourly, which is a good estimate of the current surface conditions. This map shows the current high and low pressure centers, pressure isobar contours, wind streamlines and thickness contours. It also shows the currently depicted preciptiation estimates, although this should not be a substitute for actual live radar. The purple dashed contour is the 5400m thickness line, which is often a good proxy for the rain/snow line.

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Temperatures right now near Hancock, Michigan

This is the latest surface temperatures as depicted by the HRRR computer model, updated hourly. Although these are not actual observations, this model is a very good representation of current conditions as it factors in observations, terrain and physics to give you more detailed temperatures in areas that do not have reporting weather stations. For the latest reports at specific locations, like in Hancock, MI please see our current conditions data on the left and right side of this page, or go to our current conditions page.

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Surface wind speed map over Hancock, MI

This map shows the latest HRRR computer model winds. This depiction of the current wind directions and speeds is an estimate from the computer model. For actual observations in Hancock, MI, see the current conditions data on the left and right side of this page, or go to our current conditions page.

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Regional 24 hour rainfall expected near Hancock, Michigan

This is a forecast of the amount of precipitation expected over the next 24 hours from the HRRR weather forecast model. This is only one forecast depiction, and you should check other models to get a better idea of what may happen. You can view this and other models in more detail on our main weather forecast maps page. There, you will also be able to look at forecasts beyond just 24 hours and look at forecasts out to as far as 16 days.

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Area snowfall accumulation expected around Houghton County, Michigan

This is snowfall forecast, with amounts anticipated in the next 24 hours. This guidance is from the HRRR weather model. For more model forecasts out to 16 days, visit our main weather forecast maps page.

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These are Convective Outlooks from the Storm Prediction Center. Click to see Days 1-3 broken down into Tornado, Wind and Hail threats, as well as days 5-8 outlooks.

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Climate Summary
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Hancock, Michigan Climate Summary

General Climate

    •   Humid continental climate
    •   Cold, snowy winters and warm, humid summers
    •   Average annual temperature: 42.2°F (5.7°C)
    •   Average annual precipitation: 35.4 inches (900 mm)

Temperature

    •   Average January temperature

16.1°F (-8.8°C)

    •   Average July temperature

67.3°F (19.6°C)

    •   Record high temperature

99°F (37°C)

    •   Record low temperature

-36°F (-38°C)

Precipitation

    •   Average annual precipitation

35.4 inches (900 mm)

    •   Average snowfall

72.1 inches (183 cm)

    •   Wettest month

November (4.5 inches)

    •   Driest month

February (1.8 inches)

Sunshine

    •   Average annual sunshine

1,790 hours

    •   Sunniest month

July (250 hours)

    •   Cloudiest month

December (120 hours)

Wind

    •   Prevailing wind direction

West-southwest

    •   Average wind speed

10.2 mph (16.4 km/h)

Other Climate Features

    •   Lake effect snow

Hancock experiences significant lake effect snow from Lake Superior, which can lead to heavy snowfall during the winter months.

    •   Fog

Fog is common in Hancock, especially during the spring and summer months.

    •   Thunderstorms

Thunderstorms occur on average 25 days per year, primarily during the summer months.

    •   Tornadoes

Tornadoes are rare in Hancock, but they can occur occasionally.

Facts & Historical Information
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Natural History

    •   Hancock is situated on the Keweenaw Peninsula, a geological marvel formed by ancient lava flows.

    •   The area boasts diverse flora, including rare arctic-alpine plants found in the nearby Mount Bohemia Wilderness.

    •   Lake Superior, adjacent to Hancock, is the largest freshwater lake in the world by surface area.

Science

    •   In the 19th century, Hancock was a major copper mining center. The Quincy Mining Company operated the deepest copper mine in the world at the time, extending over 9,000 feet below the surface.

    •   The Finlandia University Center for Freshwater Studies conducts research on Lake Superior's ecosystem and water quality.

Personalities

    •   Thomas Edison spent his early years in Hancock, where his father managed the local telegraph office.

    •   James MacInnes, a Scottish-born scientist, developed the first successful commercial process for producing chlorine at the Quincy Mining Company.

    •   Anna May Wong, the first Chinese-American film star, was born in Hancock in 1905.

Tourist Attractions
1.Quincy Mine

- A National Historic Landmark, Quincy Mine is a former copper mine that is now open to the public for tours. Visitors can learn about the history of copper mining in the area and see the machinery and equipment that was used to extract the copper.

2.Copper Harbor Lighthouse

- This historic lighthouse is located on the tip of the Keweenaw Peninsula and offers stunning views of Lake Superior. Visitors can climb to the top of the lighthouse for a panoramic view of the surrounding area.

3.Mount Bohemia

- This ski resort is known for its challenging terrain and abundance of snowfall. Visitors can enjoy skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities.

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