December weather forecast
Orchid, FL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a pleasant month in Orchid, Florida, with an average temperature ranging between max 73°F (22.8°C) and min 64°F (17.8°C).

Temperature

Orchid registers an average high-temperature of an agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) with the arrival of December, showing minor deviation from the preceding month. During the nights of December, Orchid maintains an almost steady temperature with an average low of 64°F (17.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Orchid, Florida, during December, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 205.2 rainfall days, and 38.31" (973mm) 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 6:55 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in December translates into this advice:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 73°F (22.8°C) and 64°F (17.8°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in October is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Orchid, during December, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Orchid, Florida, is 10h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Orchid have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Orchid is 6.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Orchid, FL

Average temperature in December - Orchid, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 73°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (69.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 64°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (59.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Orchid, FL

Average pressure in December - Orchid, FL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Orchid, FL

Average wind speed in December - Orchid, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Orchid, FL

Average humidity in December - Orchid, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Orchid, FL

Average rainfall in December - Orchid, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Orchid, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Orchid, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.4 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Orchid, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Orchid, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Orchid, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Orchid, FL

Average UV index in December - Orchid, 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 months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Orchid, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Orchid, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are May, July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Orchid, FL

Average visibility in December - Orchid, 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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