December weather - Winter 2024

Weather in December
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Average pressure in December
Average wind speed in December
Average humidity in December
Average rainfall in December
Average rainfall days in December
Average sea temperature in December
Average daylight in December
Average sunshine in December
Average sunshine days in December
Average UV index in December
Average cloud cover in December
Average visibility in December

The white sandy shores of Daytona Beach in Florida, with a distant view of a funfair and the cityscape

Weather in December

December rolls out the winter carpet in Daytona Beach, accompanied by an average high temperature of 70.5°F (21.4°C). The rainfall in this month records an average of 1.89" (48mm), slightly higher than November's, but staying within the region's dry winter norm. Despite the shorter daylight hours, the available sunshine and the tolerant sea temperature create an excellent environment for various beach activities. The wind speed remains constant, ensuring a pleasant winter breeze. As the year comes to an end, the weather transitions towards the cooler conditions of the next year.

Temperature

As Daytona Beach, Florida, welcomes December, the average high-temperature records at a pleasant 70.5°F (21.4°C), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. During December, Daytona Beach experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 58.8°F (14.9°C).

Humidity

In Daytona Beach, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Daytona Beach, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 196 rainfall days, and 37.91" (963mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Daytona Beach, in December, the average water temperature is 71.1°F (21.7°C).
Note: Swimming is not an enjoyable activity for the majority when the water is at 71.1°F (21.7°C). The difficulty of controlling breathing increases as the temperature dips from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Daytona Beach.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Daytona Beach is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Caution! The Sun's UV rays become stronger due to reflections from water and sand.

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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Daytona Beach?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 70.5°F (21.4°C) and a low-temperature of 58.8°F (14.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in October is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Daytona Beach?

In December, the average relative humidity in Daytona Beach, Florida, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Daytona Beach?

In December, in Daytona Beach, Florida, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in December in Daytona Beach?

In December, the average ocean temperature in Daytona Beach, Florida, is 71.1°F (21.7°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 71.1°F (21.7°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the month with the shortest days in Daytona Beach?

December has the shortest days of the year in Daytona Beach, with an average of 10h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Daytona Beach?

In December, the average day length in Daytona Beach is 10h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Daytona Beach?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Daytona Beach?

January and December, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Daytona Beach have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Daytona Beach, Florida, is 6h.

How high is the UV index in December in Daytona Beach?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Daytona Beach, Florida, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

74.3°F 23.5°C

70.5°F 21.4°C

66.4°F 19.1°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8.9mph 14.3km/h

8.5mph 13.7km/h

9.1mph 14.6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

11.7

11.2

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

14.6

16.2

17.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Daytona Beach, FL

Average high temperature in December: 70.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (66.4°F).

Average low temperature in December: 58.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (78.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (54.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Daytona Beach, 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
Daytona Beach, FL

Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Daytona Beach, FL

Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Daytona Beach, FL

Average rainfall in December: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.42").

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Average rainfall days in December
Daytona Beach, FL

Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (11 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Daytona Beach, FL

Average sea temperature in December: 70.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (84.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (67.2°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Daytona Beach, 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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h).

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Average sunshine days in December
Daytona Beach, FL

Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Daytona Beach, 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
Daytona Beach, FL

Average cloud cover in December: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Daytona Beach, 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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December weather forecast
Daytona Beach, FL

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