December weather forecast
Margate, FL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a warm month in Margate, Florida, with an average temperature varying between 66.6°F (19.2°C) and 75.7°F (24.3°C).

Temperature

During December, Margate observes a subtle ascent to a still warm 75.7°F (24.3°C) from November's 78.6°F (25.9°C) in the average high-temperature. Throughout the month of December, Margate sees a steady low-temperature average of 66.6°F (19.2°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Margate, there are 150.1 rainfall days, and 10.08" (256mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in December interprets into the following advice:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Margate in December?

In December, in Margate, the average high-temperature is 75.7°F (24.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 66.6°F (19.2°C). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Margate?

With an average relative humidity of 75%, December is the most humid month in Margate.

What is the average humidity in December in Margate?

In December, the average relative humidity in Margate is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Margate?

In Margate, in December, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Margate?

December has the shortest days of the year in Margate, Florida, with an average of 10h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Margate have in December?

In December, the average day length in Margate, Florida, is 10h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Margate?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Margate?

With an average of 6.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December in Margate?

The average sunshine duration in December in Margate, Florida, is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Margate?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Margate, FL

Average temperature in December - Margate, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 75.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (73.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 66.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (81.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (62.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Margate, FL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Margate, FL

Average wind speed in December - Margate, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Margate, FL

Average humidity in December - Margate, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Margate, FL

Average rainfall in December - Margate, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Margate, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Margate, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Margate, 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 2min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Margate, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Margate, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (4.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Margate, FL

Average UV index in December - Margate, FL
  • Average UV index in December: 6

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 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Margate, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Margate, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 34).
The months with the least cloud cover are April, May and July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Margate, FL

Average visibility in December - Margate, 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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