December weather forecast
Fort Myers, FL

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Dusk over the pier bridge in Fort Myers, Florida, with cloudy skies and calm waters below
Dusk over the pier bridge in Fort Myers, Florida, with cloudy skies and calm waters below

Weather in December

The year concludes with December, exhibiting the lowest average temperatures in Fort Myers, although the mercury never drops drastically. The rainfall is slightly higher than November, but overall, the weather remains dry and cool. The shorter daylight hours mark the return of the winter solstice. Despite the cooling trend, the sea temperature remains relatively comfortable, making beach activities still enjoyable. Overall, this final month ensures that the year ends on a peaceful and pleasant note in Fort Myers.

Temperature

Fort Myers transitions into December recording an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 74.8°F, closely aligning with the preceding month's temperature. During the month of December, an average temperature of 61.7°F is noted during the nights in Fort Myers.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are September and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Fort Myers, during December, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Fort Myers, there are 159.2 rainfall days, and 23.54" of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Fort Myers, in December, the average water temperature is 75.2°F.
Note: The allure of a swim in 75.2°F waters can be influenced by your feelings towards the cold, today's sunshine, the wind's touch, and the ambient warmth. To put it in perspective, Olympic standards demand water temperatures of 77°F to 82.4°F.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Fort Myers is December, with an average of 10h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Fort Myers, Florida, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Fort Myers.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during December translates into the following guidance:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Heed this! UV intensity is much stronger when reflected off sand and water.
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FAQ

What is the usual temperature for Fort Myers in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Fort Myers, is 74.8°F, while the average low-temperature is 61.7°F. In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 91.4°F.

What is the most humid month in Fort Myers?

The months with the highest humidity are September and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in Fort Myers?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in Fort Myers in December?

In Fort Myers, Florida, in December, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 1.02" of accumulated precipitation.

What is the water temperature in December in Fort Myers?

In December, the average ocean temperature in Fort Myers is 75.2°F. For individuals prone to feeling cold, swimming in 73.4°F is still regarded as intolerable. A wetsuit is not a necessity, but sunshine, wind, and air temperature are essential factors for relishing swimming at 75.2°F.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fort Myers?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Fort Myers?

The average day length in December in Fort Myers, Florida, is 10h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Fort Myers?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fort Myers, Florida, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

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

With an average of 6.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Fort Myers, Florida.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Myers have in December?

In Fort Myers, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Fort Myers?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Fort Myers?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Fort Myers, Florida, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fort Myers, FL

Average temperature in December - Fort Myers, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (71.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 61.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (56.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Fort Myers, FL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Fort Myers, FL

Average wind speed in December - Fort Myers, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are October and November (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Fort Myers, FL

Average humidity in December - Fort Myers, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fort Myers, FL

Average rainfall in December - Fort Myers, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.72").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fort Myers, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Fort Myers, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Fort Myers, FL

Average sea temperature in December - Fort Myers, FL
  • Average sea temperature in December: 75°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (70°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fort Myers, 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 months with the most sunshine are May and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fort Myers, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Fort Myers, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Fort Myers, FL

Average UV index in December - Fort Myers, 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
Fort Myers, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Fort Myers, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 29).
The months with the least cloud cover are March, April and May (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in December
Fort Myers, FL

Average visibility in December - Fort Myers, 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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