December weather forecast
Safety Harbor, FL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an agreeable month in Safety Harbor, Florida, with an average temperature ranging between max 71.1°F (21.7°C) and min 59.7°F (15.4°C).

Temperature

The transition into December shows a subtle variation to a pleasant 71.1°F (21.7°C) from November's 75.4°F (24.1°C) in the average high-temperature. Safety Harbor experiences a consistent average temperature of 59.7°F (15.4°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Safety Harbor, in December, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Safety Harbor, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.7 days and collects up to 24.76" (629mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In Safety Harbor, the average seawater temperature in December is 68.5°F (20.3°C).
Note: For most individuals, swimming in 68.5°F (20.3°C) is not enjoyable. As the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C), breathing control becomes increasingly difficult.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Safety Harbor is December, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

UV index

In Safety Harbor, Florida, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Safety Harbor, records 71.1°F (21.7°C), while the low-temperature is 59.7°F (15.4°C). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Safety Harbor?

In Safety Harbor, during December, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

What is the ocean temperature in December?

In Safety Harbor, the average seawater temperature in December is 68.5°F (20.3°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 68.5°F (20.3°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 in Safety Harbor?

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

How many hours of daylight does Safety Harbor have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 24min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Safety Harbor?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Safety Harbor have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Safety Harbor, FL

Average temperature in December - Safety Harbor, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 71.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (66.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 59.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (80.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (55.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Safety Harbor, FL

Average pressure in December - Safety Harbor, FL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Safety Harbor, FL

Average wind speed in December - Safety Harbor, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Safety Harbor, FL

Average humidity in December - Safety Harbor, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Safety Harbor, FL

Average rainfall in December - Safety Harbor, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Safety Harbor, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Safety Harbor, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.2 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Safety Harbor, FL

Average sea temperature in December - Safety Harbor, 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
Safety Harbor, FL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Safety Harbor, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Safety Harbor, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Safety Harbor, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Safety Harbor, FL

Average UV index in December - Safety Harbor, 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
Safety Harbor, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Safety Harbor, 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 21).

Average visibility in December
Safety Harbor, FL

Average visibility in December - Safety Harbor, 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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