December weather forecast
Lakeland Highlands, FL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lakeland Highlands, is still a pleasant month, with an average temperature ranging between max 72.5°F (22.5°C) and min 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Lakeland Highlands's average high-temperature registers at an agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C), indicating a subtle variation from the previous month. Throughout the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C) is noted.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Lakeland Highlands, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 189 rainfall days, and 36.54" (928mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

UV index

In Lakeland Highlands, Florida, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during December translates into the following directions:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Lakeland Highlands, records 72.5°F (22.5°C), while the low-temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Lakeland Highlands, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lakeland Highlands?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 6.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Lakeland Highlands have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lakeland Highlands, FL

Average temperature in December - Lakeland Highlands, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 72.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (68.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 55.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (51.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Lakeland Highlands, FL

Average pressure in December - Lakeland Highlands, FL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Lakeland Highlands, FL

Average wind speed in December - Lakeland Highlands, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Lakeland Highlands, FL

Average humidity in December - Lakeland Highlands, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Lakeland Highlands, FL

Average rainfall in December - Lakeland Highlands, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.89").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (1.18").

Average rainfall days in December
Lakeland Highlands, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Lakeland Highlands, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lakeland Highlands, FL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lakeland Highlands, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lakeland Highlands, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Lakeland Highlands, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (2.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Lakeland Highlands, FL

Average UV index in December - Lakeland Highlands, 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
Lakeland Highlands, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Lakeland Highlands, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Lakeland Highlands, FL

Average visibility in December - Lakeland Highlands, 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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