December weather forecast
Port Charlotte, FL

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Palm trees and trees surrounding a pond in Port Charlotte, Florida
Palm trees and trees surrounding a pond in Port Charlotte, Florida

Weather in December

December brings a pleasant shift in weather conditions in Port Charlotte. The city becomes cooler while also witnessing a slight increase in the atmospheric pressure. Correspondingly, the wind speed remains constant, making December an ideal time to enjoy outdoor activities. The city experiences a total rainfall of 1.18" (30mm) throughout the month, making it one of the driest months of the year. The transition to a new year anticipates a minor rise in temperature and a relatively dry month ahead.

Temperature

During December, Port Charlotte records an average high-temperature of a still warm 74.3°F (23.5°C), marking a slight divergence from November's 77.9°F (25.5°C). Throughout the month of December, Port Charlotte observes an average nighttime temperature of 59.7°F (15.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Port Charlotte is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, in Port Charlotte, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Port Charlotte, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176 days and collects up to 26.26" (667mm) of precipitation.

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 7:00 am and sunset at 5:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in December interprets into the following advice:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In Port Charlotte, 74.3°F (23.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 59.7°F (15.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in October is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Port Charlotte, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Port Charlotte, in December, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Port Charlotte?

In Port Charlotte, the average day length in December is 10h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Port Charlotte?

In Port Charlotte, Florida, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Port Charlotte, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Port Charlotte, FL

Average temperature in December - Port Charlotte, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 74.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (70.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 59.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (78.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (54.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Port Charlotte, FL

Average pressure in December - Port Charlotte, FL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Port Charlotte, FL

Average wind speed in December - Port Charlotte, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Port Charlotte, FL

Average humidity in December - Port Charlotte, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Port Charlotte, FL

Average rainfall in December - Port Charlotte, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Port Charlotte, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Port Charlotte, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Port Charlotte, FL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Port Charlotte, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are May and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Port Charlotte, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Port Charlotte, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Port Charlotte, FL

Average UV index in December - Port Charlotte, 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, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Port Charlotte, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Port Charlotte, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Port Charlotte, FL

Average visibility in December - Port Charlotte, 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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