December weather forecast
Palm Bay, FL

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Weather in December

As Palm Bay rings in December, it bids goodbye to the year with typical winter weather. The drop in air and sea temperatures is significant, and increased cloud cover contributes to the cool winter feel. Reduced daylight hours - down to an average of a meek 10.4 hours per day - introduce a subdued charm to the city. Despite the cool month, the wind speeds drop to an average 10.1mph (16.3km/h), contributing to the calm and serene atmosphere. December witnesses a modest amount of rainfall, keeping the festive spirit alive without much interruption.

Temperature

Palm Bay transitions into December recording an average high-temperature of a pleasant 72.7°F (22.6°C), closely aligning with the preceding month's temperature. The low temperature average in Palm Bay during December reflects a slight decrease to a comfortable 63.7°F (17.6°C) from the day's peak.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Palm Bay, in December, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Palm Bay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 197.1 days and collects up to 35.98" (914mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In Palm Bay, in December, the average water temperature is 74.1°F (23.4°C).
Note: Swimming in 74.1°F (23.4°C) water can be enjoyable based on one's cold tolerance and conditions like sunshine, wind, and ambient temperature. (Olympic swimmers compete in waters between 77°F (25°C) and 82.4°F (28°C).)

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 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 in Palm Bay. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in December translates into this advice:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Watch out! Reflections from sand and water can surge UV radiation exposure.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In Palm Bay, in December, the average high-temperature is 72.7°F (22.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 63.7°F (17.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in October is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Palm Bay?

In Palm Bay, Florida, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, in Palm Bay, Florida, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in December?

In Palm Bay, the average seawater temperature in December is 74.1°F (23.4°C). A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 74.1°F (23.4°C) water.

What is the month with the shortest days in Palm Bay?

With an average of 10h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
Palm Bay, FL

Average temperature in December - Palm Bay, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 72.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (69.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 63.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (59.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Palm Bay, FL

Average pressure in December - Palm Bay, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Palm Bay, FL

Average wind speed in December - Palm Bay, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Palm Bay, FL

Average humidity in December - Palm Bay, 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
Palm Bay, FL

Average rainfall in December - Palm Bay, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Palm Bay, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Palm Bay, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.9 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Palm Bay, FL

Average sea temperature in December - Palm Bay, FL
  • Average sea temperature in December: 74.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (84.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (71.4°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Palm Bay, FL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Palm Bay, 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: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Palm Bay, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Palm Bay, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Palm Bay, FL

Average UV index in December - Palm Bay, 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
Palm Bay, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Palm Bay, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Palm Bay, FL

Average visibility in December - Palm Bay, 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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