December weather forecast
Longboat Key, FL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Longboat Key, is still a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 72.5°F (22.5°C) and 60.8°F (16°C).

Temperature

December's advent notes a subtle adjustment in average high-temperature to an agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C) from November. Longboat Key observes an average low-temperature of 60.8°F (16°C) during December nights.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Longboat Key, during December, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 183.1 rainfall days, and 34.92" (887mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Longboat Key, the average seawater temperature in December is 69.3°F (20.7°C).
Note: In 69.3°F (20.7°C), swimming is not an enjoyable activity for most. The challenge of managing one's breathing increases as the temperature goes under 69.8°F (21°C).

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

UV index

In Longboat Key, Florida, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Longboat Key in December?

Longboat Key in December has an average high-temperature of 72.5°F (22.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 60.8°F (16°C). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Longboat Key, during December, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

What is the ocean temperature in December?

In December, the average ocean temperature is 69.3°F (20.7°C). For most, swimming in 69.3°F (20.7°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Longboat Key have in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 27min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Longboat Key?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine in Longboat Key is December, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Longboat Key, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Longboat Key, FL

Average temperature in December - Longboat Key, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 72.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (68.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 60.8°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 (56.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Longboat Key, FL

Average pressure in December - Longboat Key, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Longboat Key, FL

Average wind speed in December - Longboat Key, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Longboat Key, FL

Average humidity in December - Longboat Key, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and May (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Longboat Key, FL

Average rainfall in December - Longboat Key, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.42").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Longboat Key, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Longboat Key, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February and November (8.3 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Longboat Key, FL

Average sea temperature in December - Longboat Key, FL
  • Average sea temperature in December: 69.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (64.1°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Longboat Key, FL

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

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 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
Longboat Key, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Longboat Key, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Longboat Key, FL

Average UV index in December - Longboat Key, 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
Longboat Key, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Longboat Key, 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 22).

Average visibility in December
Longboat Key, FL

Average visibility in December - Longboat Key, 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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