December weather forecast
Cudjoe Key, FL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cudjoe Key, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 72.3°F (22.4°C) and 75.2°F (24°C).

Temperature

Cudjoe Key indicates an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C) in December, showing minor variation from November's 77.9°F (25.5°C). In Cudjoe Key, the nocturnal temperatures throughout December show a marginal dip from the daytime averages, settling at a pleasant 72.3°F (22.4°C).

Humidity

In Cudjoe Key, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Cudjoe Key, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cudjoe Key, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.1 days and collects up to 21.54" (547mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In Cudjoe Key, the average seawater temperature in December is 75.4°F (24.1°C).
Note: For those not fond of cold temperatures, taking a swim at 75.4°F (24.1°C) may require consideration of the sunshine, wind, and ambient temperature. While wetsuits are not mandatory, they can enhance the experience.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In Cudjoe Key, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in December translates into the following instructions:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Caution! The mirror effect of sand and water ups the UV radiation strength.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature during December is 75.2°F (24°C) and the low-temperature is 72.3°F (22.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in October is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°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 Cudjoe Key, during December, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

What is the water temperature in December?

In December, the average ocean temperature in Cudjoe Key is 75.4°F (24.1°C). Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 75.4°F (24.1°C) water may be enjoyable.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Cudjoe Key, with an average of 10h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Cudjoe Key have in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Cudjoe Key is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Cudjoe Key, FL

Average temperature in December - Cudjoe Key, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 75.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (72.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 72.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (83.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (68.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Cudjoe Key, FL

Average pressure in December - Cudjoe Key, FL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Cudjoe Key, FL

Average wind speed in December - Cudjoe Key, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (14.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Cudjoe Key, FL

Average humidity in December - Cudjoe Key, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and September (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Cudjoe Key, FL

Average rainfall in December - Cudjoe Key, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Cudjoe Key, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Cudjoe Key, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (9.4 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Cudjoe Key, FL

Average sea temperature in December - Cudjoe Key, FL
  • Average sea temperature in December: 75.3°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (72.1°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cudjoe Key, FL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cudjoe Key, FL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 3min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Cudjoe Key, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Cudjoe Key, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (6.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Cudjoe Key, FL

Average UV index in December - Cudjoe Key, FL
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Cudjoe Key, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Cudjoe Key, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Cudjoe Key, FL

Average visibility in December - Cudjoe Key, 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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