December weather forecast
Tallahassee, FL

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Weather in December

As the final month of the year, December in Tallahassee witnesses the full arrival of winter. The city braves the season's chilliest temperatures, with low temperatures averaging 47.8°F (8.8°C). The increase in relative humidity to 78%, the highest for the year, sets the stage for frequent foggy mornings. A noticeable decrease in daylight hours, averaging only 10.2 hours, adds to the city's wintry ambiance. Despite the cold, the spirit of holiday festivities fills the city with warmth, making December a period of joyful celebrations.

Temperature

The start of December involves a subtle temperature drop, shifting from an agreeable 70°F (21.1°C) in November to an enjoyable 64.4°F (18°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 47.8°F (8.8°C) in December.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 186.6 rainfall days, and 37.68" (957mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. 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: The UV index of 4 during December leads to these advisories:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Tallahassee are 64.4°F (18°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is calculated to be 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

March through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

In Tallahassee, 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 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Tallahassee have in December?

In Tallahassee, the average day length in December is 10h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Tallahassee have in December?

In Tallahassee, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Tallahassee, FL

Average temperature in December - Tallahassee, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 64.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Tallahassee, FL

Average pressure in December - Tallahassee, FL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Tallahassee, FL

Average wind speed in December - Tallahassee, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Tallahassee, FL

Average humidity in December - Tallahassee, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Tallahassee, FL

Average rainfall in December - Tallahassee, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.55").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Tallahassee, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Tallahassee, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (27.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.2 days).

Average snowfall days in December
Tallahassee, FL

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

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

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tallahassee, FL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tallahassee, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Tallahassee, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (2.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Tallahassee, FL

Average UV index in December - Tallahassee, FL
  • Average UV index in December: 4

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 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Tallahassee, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Tallahassee, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Tallahassee, FL

Average visibility in December - Tallahassee, 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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