December weather forecast
Gainesville, FL

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A colorful neon-lit houses, cars, and trees on a clear street in Gainesville, Florida

Weather in December

For Gainesville, December symbolizes the arrival of winter with a definitive fall in temperature from November. The month witnesses a noticeable decline in sunshine hours as shorter days take over. Cloud coverage keeps Gainesville's skies mostly grey during the day. However, the decrease in temperature does not escalate the cold to uncomfortable levels. December exhibits an increase in rainfall, marking a rise from November's 1.26" (32mm) to a substantial 2.17" (55mm).

Temperature

December's onset brings an average high-temperature of a still agreeable 68.4°F (20.2°C), showing a minute difference from November's 72.9°F (22.7°C). Gainesville's average low-temperature in the month of December is recorded at a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gainesville, in December, during 9.3 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 150.7 rainfall days, and 23.78" (604mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Gainesville, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Gainesville, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Gainesville is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Gainesville?

In Gainesville, in December, the average high-temperature is 68.4°F (20.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 51.3°F (10.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in October is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gainesville?

In Gainesville, Florida, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in Gainesville in December?

In Gainesville, Florida, during December, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gainesville?

With an average of 10h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Gainesville.

What is the average length of the day in December in Gainesville?

In Gainesville, Florida, the average day length in December is 10h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Gainesville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gainesville, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Gainesville?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Gainesville, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Gainesville have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Gainesville, Florida, is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Gainesville?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Gainesville, Florida, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gainesville, FL

Average temperature in December - Gainesville, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 68.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (64.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 51.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Gainesville, FL

Average pressure in December - Gainesville, FL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gainesville, FL

Average wind speed in December - Gainesville, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Gainesville, FL

Average humidity in December - Gainesville, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Gainesville, FL

Average rainfall in December - Gainesville, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Gainesville, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Gainesville, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gainesville, FL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gainesville, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Gainesville, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (20.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Gainesville, FL

Average UV index in December - Gainesville, FL
  • Average UV index in December: 4

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

Average cloud cover in December
Gainesville, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Gainesville, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Gainesville, FL

Average visibility in December - Gainesville, 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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