December weather forecast
Surfside, FL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Surfside, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 76.1°F (24.5°C) and 67.8°F (19.9°C).

Temperature

December's commencement is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 76.1°F (24.5°C), diverging marginally from November's 78.8°F (26°C). Surfside's nights throughout December are marked by an average low temperature of 67.8°F (19.9°C), a minor drop from the day's high.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Surfside, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166.7 rainfall days, and 12.91" (328mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Surfside, in December, the average water temperature is 76.5°F (24.7°C).
Note: While a person's sensitivity to cold is personal, factors like sunshine, wind, and the temperature can influence their comfort in 76.5°F (24.7°C) waters. Olympians, for perspective, swim in waters between 77°F (25°C) and 82.4°F (28°C).

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during December translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is significantly increased by the reflection of the water and sand.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

During December, Surfside experiences an average high-temperature of 76.1°F (24.5°C) and a low-temperature of 67.8°F (19.9°C). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Surfside?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Surfside, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How warm is the water in December?

In December, the average ocean temperature is 76.5°F (24.7°C). A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 76.5°F (24.7°C) water.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Surfside is 10h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Surfside, with an average of 6.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Surfside, Florida, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Surfside?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average daylight
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Average temperature in December
Surfside, FL

Average temperature in December - Surfside, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 76.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (73.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 67.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (82°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (64°F).

Average pressure in December
Surfside, FL

Average pressure in December - Surfside, FL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Surfside, FL

Average wind speed in December - Surfside, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Surfside, FL

Average humidity in December - Surfside, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

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

Average rainfall in December
Surfside, FL

Average rainfall in December - Surfside, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Surfside, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Surfside, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Surfside, FL

Average sea temperature in December - Surfside, FL
  • Average sea temperature in December: 76.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (74°F).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
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 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Surfside, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Surfside, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (5.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Surfside, FL

Average UV index in December - Surfside, 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 months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Surfside, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Surfside, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Surfside, FL

Average visibility in December - Surfside, 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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