December weather forecast
South Sarasota, FL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a pleasant month in South Sarasota, Florida, with temperature in the range of an average high of 72.1°F (22.3°C) and an average low of 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Temperature

South Sarasota observes a minor difference in average high-temperatures between November's 76.5°F (24.7°C) and December's 72.1°F (22.3°C). In the month of December, the average low-temperature in South Sarasota usually rests at an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In South Sarasota, during December, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in South Sarasota, there are 156.3 rainfall days, and 18.82" (478mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in South Sarasota, with an average of 10h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In South Sarasota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during December translates into the following directions:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in South Sarasota in December?

In December, in South Sarasota, the average high-temperature is 72.1°F (22.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 61.3°F (16.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in October is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in South Sarasota?

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

What is the average humidity in December in South Sarasota?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in South Sarasota in December?

In South Sarasota, in December, during 7.2 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in South Sarasota?

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

How many hours of daylight does South Sarasota have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 27min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in South Sarasota?

On the first day of December in South Sarasota, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in South Sarasota?

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

How many hours of sunshine does South Sarasota have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in South Sarasota, Florida, is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in South Sarasota?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in South Sarasota, Florida, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
South Sarasota, FL

Average temperature in December - South Sarasota, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 72.1°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 (68.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 61.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (80.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (56.8°F).

Average pressure in December
South Sarasota, FL

Average pressure in December - South Sarasota, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
South Sarasota, FL

Average wind speed in December - South Sarasota, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
South Sarasota, FL

Average humidity in December - South Sarasota, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, May and October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
South Sarasota, FL

Average rainfall in December - South Sarasota, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
South Sarasota, FL

Average rainfall days in December - South Sarasota, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
South Sarasota, FL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Sarasota, 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 month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
South Sarasota, FL

Average sunshine days in December - South Sarasota, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.4 days).

Average UV index in December
South Sarasota, FL

Average UV index in December - South Sarasota, 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
South Sarasota, FL

Average cloud cover in December - South Sarasota, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
South Sarasota, FL

Average visibility in December - South Sarasota, 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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