December weather forecast
Sunset Beach, FL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sunset Beach, is still a pleasant month, with an average temperature ranging between min 58.1°F (14.5°C) and max 72°F (22.2°C).

Temperature

Sunset Beach records an average high-temperature of a pleasant 72°F (22.2°C) as December arrives, nearly mirroring the previous month's climate. Sunset Beach reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 58.1°F (14.5°C) in December.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 75%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Sunset Beach, Florida, in December, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 178.2 rainfall days, and 32.87" (835mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.

UV index

In Sunset Beach, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 72°F (22.2°C) and 58.1°F (14.5°C) respectively. In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 75%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Sunset Beach, in December, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Sunset Beach have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:47 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 many hours of sunshine does Sunset Beach have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

How high is the UV index 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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sunset Beach, FL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (67.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 58.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (53.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Sunset Beach, FL

Average pressure in December - Sunset Beach, 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
Sunset Beach, FL

Average wind speed in December - Sunset Beach, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Sunset Beach, FL

Average humidity in December - Sunset Beach, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Sunset Beach, FL

Average rainfall in December - Sunset Beach, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.67").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Sunset Beach, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Sunset Beach, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.2 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sunset Beach, FL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sunset Beach, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sunset Beach, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Sunset Beach, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (4.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Sunset Beach, FL

Average UV index in December - Sunset Beach, 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
Sunset Beach, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Sunset Beach, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Sunset Beach, FL

Average visibility in December - Sunset Beach, 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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