December weather forecast
Fort Walton Beach, FL

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The vast Fort Walton Beach in Florida, with a high view of the city and part of the river
The vast Fort Walton Beach in Florida, with a high view of the city and part of the river

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an enjoyable month in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, with an average temperature varying between 63.3°F (17.4°C) and 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Temperature

As Fort Walton Beach steps into December, the average high-temperature is measured at a refreshing 63.3°F (17.4°C), displaying minor differences from November's 68.5°F (20.3°C). During the nights in December, Fort Walton Beach experiences a consistent average temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Fort Walton Beach, in December, during 12.4 rainfall days, 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.9 rainfall days, and 38.03" (966mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In Fort Walton Beach, the average seawater temperature in December is 66.9°F (19.4°C).
Note: Swimming is not a pleasurable activity for the majority in water at 66.9°F (19.4°C). Breathing control gets harder as the water temperature dips from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in December leads to these recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In Fort Walton Beach, 63.3°F (17.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 51.6°F (10.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Fort Walton Beach is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fort Walton Beach?

In Fort Walton Beach, in December, during 12.4 rainfall days, 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

March through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

In Fort Walton Beach, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

How cold is the water in December?

In Fort Walton Beach, the average seawater temperature in December is 66.9°F (19.4°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 66.9°F (19.4°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Walton Beach have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average temperature in December - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 63.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average pressure in December - Fort Walton Beach, 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
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average wind speed in December - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average humidity in December - Fort Walton Beach, 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 (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average rainfall in December - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.29"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall days in December
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average snowfall days in December - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average sea temperature in December - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average sea temperature in December: 66.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (62.3°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fort Walton Beach, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average UV index in December - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average UV index in December: 4

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, February and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average visibility in December - Fort Walton Beach, 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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