December weather forecast
Melbourne, FL

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A long pier and sun shed on the Indian River in Melbourne, Florida
A long pier and sun shed on the Indian River in Melbourne, Florida

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Melbourne, is also an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 63°F (17.2°C) and max 72.5°F (22.5°C).

Temperature

The introduction of December notes a subtle temperature variation to a pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C) from November's 75.9°F (24.4°C). Melbourne experiences a mean temperature of 63°F (17.2°C) during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Melbourne, Florida, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.1 days and collects up to 22.28" (566mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In Melbourne, in December, the average water temperature is 74.1°F (23.4°C).
Note: For someone not comfortable with cold, swimming in 74.1°F (23.4°C) waters might be a stretch. However, with favorable conditions like abundant sunshine, mild wind, and warm air temperatures, the experience can be improved. And while wetsuits are not a must, they can be considered.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Heads up! The reflection of sand and water notably intensifies UV rays from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Melbourne in December?

The high-temperature in Melbourne, Florida, during December is 72.5°F (22.5°C) and the low-temperature is 63°F (17.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in October is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Melbourne?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in Melbourne in December?

In December, in Melbourne, Florida, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How warm is the water in December in Melbourne?

In December, the average ocean temperature in Melbourne, Florida, is 74.1°F (23.4°C). For individuals prone to feeling cold, swimming in 73.4°F (23°C) is still regarded as intolerable. A wetsuit is not a necessity, but sunshine, wind, and air temperature are essential factors for relishing swimming at 74.1°F (23.4°C).

What is the month with the shortest days in Melbourne?

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

How many hours of daylight does Melbourne have in December?

In Melbourne, Florida, the average day length in December is 10h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Melbourne?

On the first day of December in Melbourne, Florida, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Melbourne have in December?

In Melbourne, Florida, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Melbourne?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Melbourne?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Melbourne is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Melbourne, FL

Average temperature in December - Melbourne, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 72.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (69.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 63°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (78.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (58.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Melbourne, FL

Average pressure in December - Melbourne, FL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Melbourne, FL

Average wind speed in December - Melbourne, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Melbourne, FL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Melbourne, FL

Average rainfall in December - Melbourne, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in December
Melbourne, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Melbourne, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Melbourne, FL

Average sea temperature in December - Melbourne, FL
  • Average sea temperature in December: 74.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (84.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (71.4°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Melbourne, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Melbourne, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Melbourne, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Melbourne, FL

Average UV index in December - Melbourne, 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 months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in December
Melbourne, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Melbourne, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 34).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in December
Melbourne, FL

Average visibility in December - Melbourne, 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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