December weather forecast
Bradenton, FL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a pleasant month in Bradenton, Florida, with an average temperature varying between 60.8°F (16°C) and 72.5°F (22.5°C).

Temperature

The high-temperature average in December for Bradenton is an agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C), staying closely aligned with November's conditions. Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 60.8°F (16°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Bradenton, during December, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bradenton, there are 183.1 rainfall days, and 34.92" (887mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature is 69.3°F (20.7°C).
Note: For the majority, swimming in 69.3°F (20.7°C) does not offer a pleasant experience. Below 69.8°F (21°C), the difficulty in controlling breathing escalates.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Bradenton, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in December translates into the following instructions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Bradenton, records 72.5°F (22.5°C), while the low-temperature is 60.8°F (16°C). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Bradenton, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in December?

In December, the average ocean temperature is 69.3°F (20.7°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 69.3°F (20.7°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Bradenton have in December?

In Bradenton, the average day length in December is 10h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Bradenton, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Bradenton, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Bradenton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bradenton, FL

Average temperature in December - Bradenton, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 72.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (68.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 60.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (56.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Bradenton, FL

Average pressure in December - Bradenton, FL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bradenton, FL

Average wind speed in December - Bradenton, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Bradenton, FL

Average humidity in December - Bradenton, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and May (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Bradenton, FL

Average rainfall in December - Bradenton, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.42").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Bradenton, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Bradenton, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February and November (8.3 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Bradenton, FL

Average sea temperature in December - Bradenton, FL
  • Average sea temperature in December: 69.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (64.1°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bradenton, FL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bradenton, FL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bradenton, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Bradenton, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Bradenton, FL

Average UV index in December - Bradenton, FL
  • Average UV index in December: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
Bradenton, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Bradenton, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Bradenton, FL

Average visibility in December - Bradenton, FL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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