December weather forecast
Fort Myers Beach, FL

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Weather in December

December wraps up the year in Fort Myers Beach with the coolest temperatures — a refreshing change from November's mildness. The fall in sea temperature accompanies this dip, making sea activities less appealing. The city experiences an increase in relative humidity, but the average rainfall remains moderate. The wind speed sees a mild increase compared to November, contributing to the cooler feel. Despite the shorter days, December offers plenty of sunshine, setting the stage for the upcoming new year.

Temperature

A minor adjustment in Fort Myers Beach's average high-temperature is noted with the start of December, touching a still moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C) from November's 77.5°F (25.3°C). Fort Myers Beach in December experiences a low-temperature average of 64.2°F (17.9°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Fort Myers Beach, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fort Myers Beach, there are 190.9 rainfall days, and 41.73" (1060mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Fort Myers Beach, in December, the average water temperature is 71.2°F (21.8°C).
Note: In water with a temperature of 71.2°F (21.8°C), most people do not enjoy swimming. As the temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C), breathing becomes increasingly difficult to control.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Fort Myers Beach is December, with an average of 10h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Fort Myers Beach.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Fort Myers Beach is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Attention! UV strength is notably upped by the reflection of sand and water.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fort Myers Beach in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Fort Myers Beach, is 73.9°F (23.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 64.2°F (17.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in October is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Fort Myers Beach?

The most humid month in Fort Myers Beach is December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December in Fort Myers Beach?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fort Myers Beach?

In Fort Myers Beach, Florida, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in December in Fort Myers Beach?

In December, the average ocean temperature in Fort Myers Beach, Florida, is 71.2°F (21.8°C). For most, swimming in 71.2°F (21.8°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 Fort Myers Beach?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Myers Beach have in December?

The average day length in December in Fort Myers Beach, Florida, is 10h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Fort Myers Beach?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fort Myers Beach, Florida, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Fort Myers Beach?

With an average of 6.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Fort Myers Beach, Florida.

How long on average sun shines in December in Fort Myers Beach?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Fort Myers Beach is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Fort Myers Beach?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Fort Myers Beach is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Fort Myers Beach, FL

Average temperature in December - Fort Myers Beach, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 73.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (69.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 64.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (81.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (59.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Fort Myers Beach, FL

Average pressure in December - Fort Myers Beach, FL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Fort Myers Beach, FL

Average wind speed in December - Fort Myers Beach, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are October and November (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Fort Myers Beach, FL

Average humidity in December - Fort Myers Beach, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, May, July, August and October (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fort Myers Beach, FL

Average rainfall in December - Fort Myers Beach, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (8.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fort Myers Beach, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Fort Myers Beach, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (27.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Fort Myers Beach, FL

Average sea temperature in December - Fort Myers Beach, FL
  • Average sea temperature in December: 71.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (87.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (66.6°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fort Myers Beach, FL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fort Myers Beach, FL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fort Myers Beach, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Fort Myers Beach, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Fort Myers Beach, FL

Average UV index in December - Fort Myers Beach, FL
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in December
Fort Myers Beach, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Fort Myers Beach, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 29).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and May (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in December
Fort Myers Beach, FL

Average visibility in December - Fort Myers 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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