December weather forecast
Palm Beach Shores, FL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Palm Beach Shores, Florida, with an average temperature varying between 68°F (20°C) and 74.8°F (23.8°C).

Temperature

Palm Beach Shores's average high-temperature marks a still moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C) with the advent of December, closely mirroring that of the preceding month. Palm Beach Shores, during December nights, observes a steady temperature, averaging at a pleasant 68°F (20°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Palm Beach Shores, during December, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. In Palm Beach Shores, during the entire year, the rain falls for 193.9 days and collects up to 22.56" (573mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature in Palm Beach Shores is 75.9°F (24.4°C).
Note: Cold sensitivities vary, but with the right amount of sunshine, a gentle breeze, and a warm day, a swim in 75.9°F (24.4°C) waters might be just right. Remember, Olympic swimmers are used to waters between 77°F (25°C) and 82.4°F (28°C).

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Stay aware! UV radiation is magnified when reflecting off sand and water.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

Palm Beach Shores in December has an average high-temperature of 74.8°F (23.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 68°F (20°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in October is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Palm Beach Shores, in December, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How warm is the water in December?

In December, the average ocean temperature is 75.9°F (24.4°C). Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 75.9°F (24.4°C) water may be enjoyable.

What is the month with the shortest days in Palm Beach Shores?

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

How many hours of daylight does Palm Beach Shores have in December?

In Palm Beach Shores, the average day length in December is 10h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine in Palm Beach Shores are January and December, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Palm Beach Shores is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Palm Beach Shores, FL

Average temperature in December - Palm Beach Shores, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (72°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 68°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (81.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (64.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Palm Beach Shores, FL

Average pressure in December - Palm Beach Shores, FL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Palm Beach Shores, FL

Average wind speed in December - Palm Beach Shores, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in December
Palm Beach Shores, FL

Average humidity in December - Palm Beach Shores, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Palm Beach Shores, FL

Average rainfall in December - Palm Beach Shores, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Palm Beach Shores, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Palm Beach Shores, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (25 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Palm Beach Shores, FL

Average sea temperature in December - Palm Beach Shores, FL
  • Average sea temperature in December: 76°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (85.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (74.1°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Palm Beach Shores, FL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Palm Beach Shores, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Palm Beach Shores, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Palm Beach Shores, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Palm Beach Shores, FL

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

Average cloud cover in December
Palm Beach Shores, FL

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January, November and December (Cloud cover 35).
The months with the least cloud cover are May, July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Palm Beach Shores, FL

Average visibility in December - Palm Beach Shores, 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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