December weather forecast
Dorcas, FL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dorcas, is also an enjoyable month, with an average temperature varying between 62.4°F (16.9°C) and 47.7°F (8.7°C).

Temperature

December's arrival signals a moderate reduction in the average high-temperature, easing from a pleasant 68.4°F (20.2°C) in November to a refreshing 62.4°F (16.9°C). Dorcas, in December, observes a steady average low-temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Dorcas, during December, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation. In Dorcas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.8 days and collects up to 34.92" (887mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, there are 0.2 snowfall days. In Dorcas, during the entire year, snow falls for 0.6 days.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The high-temperature, in December, in Dorcas, is 62.4°F (16.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 47.7°F (8.7°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Dorcas, in December, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 3.98" (101mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, there are 0.2 snowfall days.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dorcas?

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Dorcas.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Dorcas?

February and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Dorcas, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dorcas, FL

Average temperature in December - Dorcas, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 62.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 47.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Dorcas, FL

Average pressure in December - Dorcas, FL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dorcas, FL

Average wind speed in December - Dorcas, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Dorcas, FL

Average humidity in December - Dorcas, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Dorcas, FL

Average rainfall in December - Dorcas, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Dorcas, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Dorcas, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.3 days).

Average snowfall days in December
Dorcas, FL

Average snowfall days in December - Dorcas, FL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dorcas, FL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dorcas, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Dorcas, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Dorcas, FL

Average UV index in December - Dorcas, FL
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Dorcas, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Dorcas, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Dorcas, FL

Average visibility in December - Dorcas, 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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