December weather forecast
Gulfport, FL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a pleasant month in Gulfport, Florida, with an average temperature ranging between max 70.7°F (21.5°C) and min 61°F (16.1°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during December registers at a pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Gulfport records an average low of 61°F (16.1°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gulfport, in December, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Gulfport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.3 days and collects up to 9.45" (240mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In Gulfport, Florida, the average seawater temperature in December is 68.5°F (20.3°C).
Note: For most, swimming in 68.5°F (20.3°C) is not a pleasant activity. Breathing becomes increasingly challenging as water temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Gulfport.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of December, in Gulfport, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Gulfport, Florida, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine.

UV index

In Gulfport, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Gulfport?

In Gulfport, in December, the average high-temperature is 70.7°F (21.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 61°F (16.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in October is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Gulfport?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Gulfport?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Gulfport?

In December, in Gulfport, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in December in Gulfport?

In December, the average ocean temperature is 68.5°F (20.3°C). Swimming in 68.5°F (20.3°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the month with the shortest days in Gulfport?

The month with the shortest days in Gulfport is December, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Gulfport?

The average day length in December is 10h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Gulfport?

On the first day of December in Gulfport, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Gulfport?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Gulfport?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Gulfport?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gulfport, FL

Average temperature in December - Gulfport, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 70.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (66.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 61°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (80.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (56.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Gulfport, FL

Average pressure in December - Gulfport, 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 (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Gulfport, FL

Average wind speed in December - Gulfport, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Gulfport, FL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gulfport, FL

Average rainfall in December - Gulfport, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.12").

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Average rainfall days in December
Gulfport, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Gulfport, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February and March (5.6 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Gulfport, FL

Average sea temperature in December - Gulfport, FL
  • Average sea temperature in December: 68.6°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (64°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gulfport, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gulfport, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Gulfport, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gulfport, FL

Average UV index in December - Gulfport, 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 month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in December
Gulfport, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Gulfport, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in December
Gulfport, FL

Average visibility in December - Gulfport, 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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