December weather forecast
Sanford, FL

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Boats docked along the shores of Lake Monroe in Sanford, Florida
Boats docked along the shores of Lake Monroe in Sanford, Florida

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sanford, is still a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 72°F (22.2°C) and 56.7°F (13.7°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Sanford's average high-temperature registers at a pleasant 72°F (22.2°C), indicating a subtle variation from the previous month. The temperature in Sanford lowers to an average of 56.7°F (13.7°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Sanford, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sanford, there are 187.2 rainfall days, and 30.87" (784mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall in Sanford.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Sanford.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 72°F (22.2°C) and a low-temperature of 56.7°F (13.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in October is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Sanford, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Sanford?

February through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

In Sanford, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sanford?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Sanford, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sanford, FL

Average temperature in December - Sanford, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 72°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (67.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 56.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (76.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (51.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Sanford, FL

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

Average wind speed in December
Sanford, FL

Average wind speed in December - Sanford, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Sanford, FL

Average humidity in December - Sanford, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Sanford, FL

Average rainfall in December - Sanford, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.84").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.18").

Average rainfall days in December
Sanford, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Sanford, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sanford, FL

Average snowfall in December - Sanford, FL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sanford, FL

Average snowfall days in December - Sanford, FL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

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

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sanford, FL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sanford, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Sanford, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Sanford, FL

Average UV index in December - Sanford, FL
  • Average UV index in December: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
Sanford, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Sanford, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Sanford, FL

Average visibility in December - Sanford, 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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