December weather forecast
Rockledge, FL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rockledge, is still a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 72.3°F (22.4°C) and 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Temperature

The introduction of December sees an average high-temperature of a pleasant 72.3°F (22.4°C), hardly deviating from November. December witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Rockledge is 77%.

Rainfall

In Rockledge, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 203.1 rainfall days, and 36.77" (934mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature is 74.1°F (23.4°C).
Note: The allure of a swim in 74.1°F (23.4°C) waters can be influenced by your feelings towards the cold, today's sunshine, the wind's touch, and the ambient warmth. To put it in perspective, Olympic standards demand water temperatures of 77°F (25°C) to 82.4°F (28°C).

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

January, November and December, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

In Rockledge, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Heads up! Sand and water reflection magnifies the UV exposure from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The high-temperature, in December, in Rockledge, records 72.3°F (22.4°C), while the low-temperature is 61.7°F (16.5°C). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Rockledge?

In Rockledge, in December, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the water temperature in December in Rockledge?

In Rockledge, in December, the average water temperature is 74.1°F (23.4°C). For individuals prone to feeling cold, swimming in 73.4°F (23°C) is still regarded as intolerable. A wetsuit is not a necessity, but sunshine, wind, and air temperature are essential factors for relishing swimming at 74.1°F (23.4°C).

What is the month with the shortest days in Rockledge?

With an average of 10h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Rockledge have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January, November and December, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Rockledge, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 72.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (68.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 61.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (78.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (57.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Rockledge, FL

Average pressure in December - Rockledge, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rockledge, FL

Average wind speed in December - Rockledge, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Rockledge, FL

Average humidity in December - Rockledge, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Rockledge, FL

Average rainfall in December - Rockledge, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Rockledge, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Rockledge, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Rockledge, FL

Average sea temperature in December - Rockledge, FL
  • Average sea temperature in December: 74.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (84.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (71.4°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rockledge, FL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rockledge, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rockledge, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Rockledge, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Rockledge, FL

Average UV index in December - Rockledge, 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
Rockledge, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Rockledge, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The months with the most cloud cover are January, November and December (Cloud cover 34).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Rockledge, FL

Average visibility in December - Rockledge, 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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