December weather forecast
South Tampa, FL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an agreeable month in South Tampa, Florida, with temperature in the range of an average low of 56.8°F (13.8°C) and an average high of 72.3°F (22.4°C).

Temperature

The shift into December records an average high-temperature of an agreeable 72.3°F (22.4°C), subtly varied from November's 76.6°F (24.8°C). An average low-temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C) marks the nights throughout December.

Humidity

August, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In South Tampa, in December, during 7.1 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in South Tampa, Florida, there are 160.9 rainfall days, and 16.77" (426mm) 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 in South Tampa, Florida, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In South Tampa, Florida, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during December morphs into the following directions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in South Tampa in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in South Tampa, is 72.3°F (22.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 56.8°F (13.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in October is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months in South Tampa?

August, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in South Tampa?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in South Tampa in December?

In South Tampa, Florida, in December, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days in South Tampa?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in South Tampa?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in South Tampa?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in South Tampa, Florida, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in South Tampa?

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

How many hours of sunshine does South Tampa have in December?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in South Tampa?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in South Tampa, Florida, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
South Tampa, FL

Average temperature in December - South Tampa, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 72.3°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 (68.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (52.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
South Tampa, FL

Average pressure in December - South 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).

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Average wind speed in December
South Tampa, FL

Average wind speed in December - South Tampa, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
South Tampa, FL

Average humidity in December - South Tampa, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August, September and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and May (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
South Tampa, FL

Average rainfall in December - South Tampa, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
South Tampa, FL

Average rainfall days in December - South Tampa, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South 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).

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Average sunshine days in December
South Tampa, FL

Average sunshine days in December - South Tampa, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
South Tampa, FL

Average UV index in December - South 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
South Tampa, FL

Average cloud cover in December - South Tampa, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in December
South Tampa, FL

Average visibility in December - South 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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