December weather forecast
Fort De Soto, FL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an agreeable month in Fort De Soto, Florida, with temperature in the range of an average low of 61.9°F (16.6°C) and an average high of 70.9°F (21.6°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature is a pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C) in December, hardly different from the 75°F (23.9°C) recorded in November. The nights of December in Fort De Soto are characterized by an average low-temperature of 61.9°F (16.6°C), subtly descending from daytime highs.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Fort De Soto, in December, during 8.7 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 166.4 rainfall days, and 26.38" (670mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days 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 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.5h 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fort De Soto in December?

The high-temperature during December is 70.9°F (21.6°C) and the low-temperature is 61.9°F (16.6°C). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Fort De Soto?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Fort De Soto, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Fort De Soto, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Fort De Soto, FL

Average temperature in December - Fort De Soto, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 70.9°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 (66.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 61.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (80.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (56.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Fort De Soto, FL

Average pressure in December - Fort De Soto, 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
Fort De Soto, FL

Average wind speed in December - Fort De Soto, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Fort De Soto, FL

Average humidity in December - Fort De Soto, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Fort De Soto, FL

Average rainfall in December - Fort De Soto, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.88").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Fort De Soto, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Fort De Soto, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (24.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fort De Soto, FL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fort De Soto, 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
Fort De Soto, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Fort De Soto, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (4.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Fort De Soto, FL

Average UV index in December - Fort De Soto, 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
Fort De Soto, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Fort De Soto, 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 21).

Average visibility in December
Fort De Soto, FL

Average visibility in December - Fort De Soto, 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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