Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average sea temperature in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
With the arrival of December, Palmetto's average high-temperature registers at a pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C), indicating a subtle variation from the previous month. December generally records an average low-temperature of 60.8°F (16°C).Humidity
December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.Rainfall
In Palmetto, during December, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. In Palmetto, Florida, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.1 days and collects up to 34.92" (887mm) of precipitation.Ocean temperature
In December, the average ocean temperature is 68.5°F (20.3°C).Note: In 68.5°F (20.3°C), swimming is not an enjoyable activity for most. As the temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C), it becomes harder to control breathing.
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 7:03 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.UV index
In Palmetto, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in December
Palmetto, FL
- Average high temperature in December: 72.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (68.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 60.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (56.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Palmetto, 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 (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Palmetto, FL
- Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).
Average humidity in December
Palmetto, FL
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and May (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Palmetto, FL
- Average rainfall in December: 1.97"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.42").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.06").
Average rainfall days in December
Palmetto, FL
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February and November (8.3 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Palmetto, FL
- Average sea temperature in December: 68.6°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (64°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Palmetto, 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 3min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Palmetto, FL
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Palmetto, 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 month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in December
Palmetto, FL
- Average cloud cover in December: 30
The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in December
Palmetto, 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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