December weather forecast
Iona, FL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Iona, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 74.3°F (23.5°C) and min 62.4°F (16.9°C).

Temperature

The advent of December brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C), almost identical to the preceding month. Throughout December, Iona's nights cool down to an average of 62.4°F (16.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Iona, in December, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Iona, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.4 days and collects up to 17.95" (456mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In Iona, in December, the average water temperature is 71.2°F (21.8°C).
Note: For most, swimming in 71.2°F (21.8°C) is not a pleasant experience. As the temperature falls from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C), controlling one's breathing becomes more difficult.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In Iona, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 in December translates into these instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be alert! The reflection of water and sand augments UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature during December is 74.3°F (23.5°C) and the low-temperature is 62.4°F (16.9°C). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the most humid months?

September and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Iona, in December, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the ocean temperature in December?

In December, the average ocean temperature is 71.2°F (21.8°C). Swimming in 71.2°F (21.8°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Iona have in December?

In Iona, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Iona?

In Iona, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
Iona, FL

Average temperature in December - Iona, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 74.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (70.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 62.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (57.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Iona, FL

Average pressure in December - Iona, FL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Iona, FL

Average wind speed in December - Iona, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Iona, FL

Average humidity in December - Iona, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Iona, FL

Average rainfall in December - Iona, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Iona, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Iona, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Iona, FL

Average sea temperature in December - Iona, FL
  • Average sea temperature in December: 71.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (67°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Iona, FL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Iona, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Iona, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Iona, FL

Average UV index in December - Iona, 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
Iona, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Iona, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 29).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and May (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Iona, FL

Average visibility in December - Iona, 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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