December weather forecast
Tampa, FL

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The Hillsborough River flowing under the bridge in Tampa, Florida
The Hillsborough River flowing under the bridge in Tampa, Florida

Weather in December

December brings the winter season to Tampa, Florida. The temperatures continue to drop, and the city experiences cooler and shorter days. Residents enjoy clear skies for most of the month, making it an excellent time for outdoor family outings. December, being the coolest month, records a lowest temperature of the year at 58.1°F (14.5°C). Celebrations are in full swing as the city prepares to welcome the New Year under these delightful weather conditions.

Temperature

December notes an average high-temperature of an agreeable 72°F (22.2°C), subtly differing from November's 76.1°F (24.5°C). An average minimum temperature of 58.1°F (14.5°C) is recorded in Tampa during the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Tampa, during December, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 178.2 rainfall days, and 32.87" (835mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature in Tampa is 69.1°F (20.6°C).
Note: The majority of individuals find swimming in 69.1°F (20.6°C) to be unenjoyable. The difficulty in controlling breathing rises as the temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of December, in Tampa, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Tampa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Tampa in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Tampa, is 72°F (22.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 58.1°F (14.5°C). 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 October is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Tampa?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Tampa?

In December, the average relative humidity in Tampa is 75%.

How much does it rain in Tampa in December?

In December, in Tampa, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in December in Tampa?

In Tampa, the average seawater temperature in December is 69.1°F (20.6°C). For most, swimming in 69.1°F (20.6°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

What is the month with the shortest days in Tampa?

With an average of 10h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Tampa, Florida.

How many hours of daylight does Tampa have in December?

In December, the average day length in Tampa is 10h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Tampa?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Tampa?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Tampa?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Tampa is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Tampa?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Tampa is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
Tampa, FL

Average temperature in December - Tampa, 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
Tampa, FL

Average pressure in December - Tampa, 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
Tampa, FL

Average wind speed in December - Tampa, 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
Tampa, FL

Average humidity in December - Tampa, 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
Tampa, FL

Average rainfall in December - Tampa, 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
Tampa, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Tampa, 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 sea temperature in December
Tampa, FL

Average sea temperature in December - Tampa, FL
  • Average sea temperature in December: 69.1°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 January (64.8°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tampa, 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
Tampa, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Tampa, 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
Tampa, FL

Average UV index in December - Tampa, 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
Tampa, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Tampa, 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
Tampa, FL

Average visibility in December - Tampa, 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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