December weather forecast
Duck Key, FL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Duck Key, Florida, with an average temperature fluctuating between 75.6°F and 71.4°F.

Temperature

Duck Key experiences an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 75.6°F with the onset of December, subtly varied from November's 77.9°F. Throughout December, Duck Key reports a steady low-temperature average of 71.4°F, slightly lower than its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 1.06" of precipitation is accumulated. In Duck Key, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.2 days and collects up to 24.45" of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In Duck Key, the average seawater temperature in December is 76.5°F.
Note: If you're wary of the cold, the surrounding conditions—sunshine, wind, and air temperature become crucial when swimming in 76.5°F waters. Olympic standards, for reference, are set between 77°F and 82.4°F.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Duck Key is December, with an average of 10h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 5:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Duck Key, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during December translates into the following directions:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Watch out! Reflections from sand and water can surge UV radiation exposure.
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FAQ

What is the usual temperature for Duck Key in December?

The high-temperature during December is 75.6°F and the low-temperature is 71.4°F. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in October is evaluated at 87.8°F.

What are the most humid months in Duck Key?

The months with the highest humidity in Duck Key are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December in Duck Key?

The average relative humidity in December in Duck Key is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Duck Key?

In Duck Key, Florida, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 1.06" of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the water temperature in December in Duck Key?

In December, the average ocean temperature in Duck Key is 76.5°F. A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 76.5°F water.

What is the month with the shortest days in Duck Key?

December has the shortest days of the year in Duck Key, Florida, with an average of 10h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Duck Key have in December?

In December, the average day length in Duck Key is 10h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Duck Key?

On the first day of December in Duck Key, Florida, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 5:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Duck Key?

The month with the least sunshine in Duck Key, Florida, is December, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Duck Key have in December?

In Duck Key, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Duck Key?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Duck Key, FL

Average temperature in December - Duck Key, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 75.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (72.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 71.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (82.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (67.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Duck Key, FL

Average pressure in December - Duck Key, FL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Duck Key, FL

Average wind speed in December - Duck Key, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Duck Key, FL

Average humidity in December - Duck Key, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Duck Key, FL

Average rainfall in December - Duck Key, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in December
Duck Key, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Duck Key, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (23 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Duck Key, FL

Average sea temperature in December - Duck Key, FL
  • Average sea temperature in December: 76.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.6°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (73.9°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Duck Key, FL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Duck Key, FL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 4min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Duck Key, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Duck Key, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (4.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Duck Key, FL

Average UV index in December - Duck Key, FL
  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Duck Key, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Duck Key, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 31

The months with the most cloud cover are January and October (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in December
Duck Key, FL

Average visibility in December - Duck Key, 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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