December weather forecast
Altoona, FL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a pleasant month in Altoona, Florida, with an average temperature fluctuating between 71.4°F (21.9°C) and 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Temperature

With the advent of December, Altoona's high-temperatures adjust to an agreeable 71.4°F (21.9°C), closely aligning with the preceding month. Throughout December, the nighttime temperature averages to a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Humidity

In Altoona, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Altoona, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Altoona, Florida, there are 193.1 rainfall days, and 35.71" (907mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of December, in Altoona, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

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 the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Altoona in December?

In Altoona, in December, the average high-temperature is 71.4°F (21.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Altoona?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in Altoona in December?

In December, in Altoona, Florida, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Altoona?

The month with the shortest days in Altoona, Florida, is December, with an average of 10h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Altoona?

In December, the average day length in Altoona is 10h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Altoona?

On the first day of December in Altoona, Florida, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Altoona?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Altoona, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Altoona have in December?

In Altoona, Florida, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in December in Altoona?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Altoona, FL

Average temperature in December - Altoona, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 71.4°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 (67.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 54.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (49.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Altoona, FL

Average pressure in December - Altoona, 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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Altoona, FL

Average wind speed in December - Altoona, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Altoona, FL

Average humidity in December - Altoona, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Altoona, FL

Average rainfall in December - Altoona, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and November (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in December
Altoona, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Altoona, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.2 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Altoona, FL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are May and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Altoona, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Altoona, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Altoona, FL

Average UV index in December - Altoona, FL
  • Average UV index in December: 5

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 4).

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Average cloud cover in December
Altoona, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Altoona, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Altoona, FL

Average visibility in December - Altoona, 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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