December weather forecast
Panama City Beach, FL

Share

Weather in December

December marks the official onset of winter in Panama City Beach. Its moderate winter climate with temperatures between 51.8°F (11°C) and 63.5°F (17.5°C) makes it a preferred escape for people from colder regions. Although it holds the highest humidity levels in the year at 77% according to the data, the city remains a comfortable destination for holiday travellers. As the year concludes, the city prepares to welcome the New Year and a fresh cycle of thriving weather patterns.

Temperature

The move into December in Panama City Beach indicates a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C) to a comfortable 63.5°F (17.5°C). Panama City Beach's average low-temperature is measured at a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Panama City Beach, there are 166.1 rainfall days, and 35.83" (910mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

February, April through December are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In Panama City Beach, the average seawater temperature in December is 66.9°F (19.4°C).
Note: In water with a temperature of 66.9°F (19.4°C), most people do not enjoy swimming. As the temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C), breathing becomes increasingly difficult to control.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Panama City Beach, Florida, the average sunshine in December is 5.8h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, 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 rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during December morphs into the following directions:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Panama City Beach in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Panama City Beach, is 63.5°F (17.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 51.8°F (11°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Panama City Beach, Florida, in December, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 3.78" (96mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

February, April through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

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

How cold is the water in December?

In December, the average ocean temperature is 66.9°F (19.4°C). For most, swimming in 66.9°F (19.4°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Panama City Beach have in December?

In Panama City Beach, the average day length in December is 10h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Panama City Beach?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Panama City Beach have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Panama City Beach, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Panama City Beach, FL

Average temperature in December - Panama City Beach, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 63.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 51.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (78.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Panama City Beach, FL

Average pressure in December - Panama City Beach, 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, August and September (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Panama City Beach, FL

Average wind speed in December - Panama City Beach, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Panama City Beach, FL

Average humidity in December - Panama City Beach, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Panama City Beach, FL

Average rainfall in December - Panama City Beach, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.78"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Panama City Beach, FL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall days in December
Panama City Beach, FL

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

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

Average sea temperature in December
Panama City Beach, FL

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

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (62.9°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Panama City Beach, FL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Panama City Beach, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Panama City Beach, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Panama City Beach, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Panama City Beach, FL

Average UV index in December - Panama City Beach, 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
Panama City Beach, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Panama City Beach, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Panama City Beach, FL

Average visibility in December - Panama City Beach, 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).

Panama City Beach, Florida, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location