December weather forecast
Stock Island, FL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a warm month in Stock Island, Florida, with temperature in the range of an average low of 72.5°F (22.5°C) and an average high of 75.2°F (24°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C), marking a negligible difference from November's 77.9°F (25.5°C). Stock Island documents an average low-temperature of 72.5°F (22.5°C) for the nights of December.

Humidity

In Stock Island, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Stock Island, during December, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 199.2 rainfall days, and 31.61" (803mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature is 74.5°F (23.6°C).
Note: Cold sensitivities vary, but with the right amount of sunshine, a gentle breeze, and a warm day, a swim in 74.5°F (23.6°C) waters might be just right. Remember, Olympic swimmers are used to waters between 77°F (25°C) and 82.4°F (28°C).

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in December translates into the following instructions:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Alert! Sand and water increase UV exposure due to their reflective properties.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Stock Island in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 75.2°F (24°C) and 72.5°F (22.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in October is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, in Stock Island, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the water temperature in December?

In December, the average ocean temperature is 74.5°F (23.6°C). Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 74.5°F (23.6°C) water may be enjoyable.

What is the month with the shortest days in Stock Island?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Stock Island have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 6.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Stock Island, Florida, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.3h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Stock Island, FL

Average temperature in December - Stock Island, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 75.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (72.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 72.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (82.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (68.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Stock Island, FL

Average pressure in December - Stock Island, FL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Stock Island, FL

Average wind speed in December - Stock Island, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (14.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Stock Island, FL

Average humidity in December - Stock Island, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and September (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Stock Island, FL

Average rainfall in December - Stock Island, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (5.12").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Stock Island, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Stock Island, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are August and September (23.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Stock Island, FL

Average sea temperature in December - Stock Island, FL
  • Average sea temperature in December: 74.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.9°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (71.2°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Stock Island, FL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stock Island, FL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Stock Island, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Stock Island, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (4.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Stock Island, FL

Average UV index in December - Stock Island, FL
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Stock Island, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Stock Island, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Stock Island, FL

Average visibility in December - Stock Island, 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).

Stock Island, Florida, USA

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