December weather forecast
Ocean City, FL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ocean City, is still a comfortable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 63.3°F (17.4°C) and 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Temperature

With December's advent, Ocean City sees an average high-temperature of a comfortable 63.3°F (17.4°C), subtly shifted from November's 68.5°F (20.3°C). An average low-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C) is noted in Ocean City during the month of December.

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ocean City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.9 days and collects up to 38.03" (966mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature is 66.9°F (19.4°C).
Note: Swimming in 66.9°F (19.4°C) is not a pleasurable activity for the majority of people. Breathing becomes increasingly challenging as water temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Ocean City are February and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 4 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Ocean City?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Ocean City during December are 63.3°F (17.4°C) and 51.6°F (10.9°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Ocean City, snow does not fall in March through December.

Does it snow in Ocean City in December?

In Ocean City, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the ocean temperature in December?

In December, the average ocean temperature is 66.9°F (19.4°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 66.9°F (19.4°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ocean City.

How many hours of daylight does Ocean City have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ocean City, FL

Average temperature in December - Ocean City, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 63.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Ocean City, FL

Average pressure in December - Ocean City, FL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ocean City, FL

Average wind speed in December - Ocean City, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Ocean City, FL

Average humidity in December - Ocean City, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Ocean City, FL

Average rainfall in December - Ocean City, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.29"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Ocean City, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Ocean City, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall days in December
Ocean City, FL

Average snowfall days in December - Ocean City, FL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Ocean City, FL

Average sea temperature in December - Ocean City, FL
  • Average sea temperature in December: 66.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (62.3°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ocean City, FL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ocean City, FL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ocean City, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Ocean City, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Ocean City, FL

Average UV index in December - Ocean City, FL
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
Ocean City, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Ocean City, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Ocean City, FL

Average visibility in December - Ocean City, 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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