December weather forecast
East Tampa, FL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in East Tampa, is still a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 72.3°F (22.4°C) and an average low of 57.6°F (14.2°C).

Temperature

December's advent presents an average high-temperature of an agreeable 72.3°F (22.4°C), indicating a slight variation from the conditions of the previous month. An average nighttime temperature of 57.6°F (14.2°C) is witnessed throughout December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are September and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In East Tampa, during December, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 148.4 rainfall days, and 12.32" (313mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in East Tampa is December, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for East Tampa in December?

In December, in East Tampa, the average high-temperature is 72.3°F (22.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 57.6°F (14.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in October is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are September and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In East Tampa, Florida, during December, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

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 East Tampa have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 6.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does East Tampa have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In East Tampa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
East Tampa, FL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (68.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 57.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (78.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (52.7°F).

Average pressure in December
East Tampa, FL

Average pressure in December - East Tampa, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
East Tampa, FL

Average wind speed in December - East Tampa, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
East Tampa, FL

Average humidity in December - East Tampa, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and May (70%).

Average rainfall in December
East Tampa, FL

Average rainfall in December - East Tampa, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
East Tampa, FL

Average rainfall days in December - East Tampa, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
East Tampa, FL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Tampa, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
East Tampa, FL

Average sunshine days in December - East Tampa, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.7 days).

Average UV index in December
East Tampa, FL

Average UV index in December - East Tampa, 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
East Tampa, FL

Average cloud cover in December - East Tampa, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 31

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
East Tampa, FL

Average visibility in December - East Tampa, 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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