December weather forecast
Cocoa, FL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cocoa, is still a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 72.3°F (22.4°C).

Temperature

Welcoming December, Cocoa notes an average high-temperature of a pleasant 72.3°F (22.4°C), nearly consistent with November's 75.7°F (24.3°C). During December, Cocoa observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Humidity

In Cocoa, Florida, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cocoa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 203.1 days and collects up to 36.77" (934mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature is 74.1°F (23.4°C).
Note: If you're wary of the cold, the surrounding conditions—sunshine, wind, and air temperature become crucial when swimming in 74.1°F (23.4°C) waters. Olympic standards, for reference, are set between 77°F (25°C) and 82.4°F (28°C).

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Cocoa, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Cocoa are January, November and December, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take note! Sand and water reflections strengthen the Sun's UV exposure.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In December, in Cocoa, the average high-temperature is 72.3°F (22.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 61.7°F (16.5°C). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How warm is the water in December?

In Cocoa, in December, the average water temperature is 74.1°F (23.4°C). A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 74.1°F (23.4°C) water.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Cocoa, the average day length in December is 10h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Cocoa have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Cocoa, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 72.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (68.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 61.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (78.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (57.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Cocoa, FL

Average pressure in December - Cocoa, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Cocoa, FL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Cocoa, FL

Average humidity in December - Cocoa, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Cocoa, FL

Average rainfall in December - Cocoa, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Cocoa, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Cocoa, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Cocoa, FL

Average sea temperature in December - Cocoa, FL
  • Average sea temperature in December: 74.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (84.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (71.4°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cocoa, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cocoa, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Cocoa, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Cocoa, FL

Average UV index in December - Cocoa, 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
Cocoa, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Cocoa, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The months with the most cloud cover are January, November and December (Cloud cover 34).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Cocoa, FL

Average visibility in December - Cocoa, 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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