December weather forecast
Panama City, FL

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A magnificent grandeur of the skyscrapers of Panama City in Florida at dusk, with speedy car lights on the freeways and a calm, blue waterfront
A magnificent grandeur of the skyscrapers of Panama City in Florida at dusk, with speedy car lights on the freeways and a calm, blue waterfront

Weather in December

December in Panama City is characterized by mild winter weather. The chill factor increases compared to November, making it one of the colder months. Sunshine hours per day continue to decrease, reaching their annual lows. Typical for December, the rainfall volume is noticeably lower compared to prior months. December exhibits cooler temperatures with highs of 63.5°F (17.5°C) and lows of 51.8°F (11°C), cementing the arrival of winter.

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, slightly moving from an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C) in November to an enjoyable 63.5°F (17.5°C). In Panama City, an average low-temperature of 51.8°F (11°C) is recorded during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Panama City, in December, during 12.4 rainfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, 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 December, the average ocean temperature is 66.9°F (19.4°C).
Note: Most people do not enjoy swimming in water that is 66.9°F (19.4°C). Breathing becomes increasingly challenging as the water temperature dips under 69.8°F (21°C).

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during December morphs into the following directions:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

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

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

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

When it does not snow?

In Panama City, snow does not fall in February, April through December.

Does it snow in Panama City in December?

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

What is the ocean temperature in December?

In Panama City, in December, the average water temperature is 66.9°F (19.4°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 66.9°F (19.4°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

The average day length in December is 10h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Panama City?

In Panama City, Florida, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Panama City, FL

Average temperature in December - Panama City, 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, FL

Average pressure in December - Panama City, 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, FL

Average wind speed in December - Panama City, 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, FL

Average humidity in December - Panama City, 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, FL

Average rainfall in December - Panama City, 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, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Panama City, 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, FL

Average snowfall days in December - Panama City, 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, FL

Average sea temperature in December - Panama City, 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, FL

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

Average sunshine days in December - Panama City, 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, FL

Average UV index in December - Panama City, 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, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Panama City, 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, FL

Average visibility in December - Panama City, 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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