December weather forecast
Key West, FL

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A beach pier in Key West, Florida, with palm trees in the background
A beach pier in Key West, Florida, with palm trees in the background

Weather in December

December in Key West, Florida, characteristically enjoys warm, sunny, and dry weather. Although it is winter, the climate remains comfortable, with the sea temperature favorable for water activities. Evenings can occasionally see cooler temperatures, and it is the ideal month for those looking to escape harsh winter conditions elsewhere. This period also delights with the festive season ushering in, and the city vibrates with excitement. December's atmospheric pressure peaks to its yearly maximum, reaching 30.06", creating clear, dry weather ideal for end-of-year celebrations.

Temperature

With December's advent, Key West sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 75.2°F, subtly shifted from November's 77.9°F. Key West, in December, registers a nighttime average temperature of 72.5°F.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 1.22" of precipitation is accumulated. In Key West, Florida, during the entire year, the rain falls for 199.2 days and collects up to 31.61" of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In Key West, the average seawater temperature in December is 74.5°F.
Note: While a person's sensitivity to cold is personal, factors like sunshine, wind, and the temperature can influence their comfort in 74.5°F waters. Olympians, for perspective, swim in waters between 77°F and 82.4°F.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Key West, Florida, is December, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Key West is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be attentive! The UV exposure is heightened with reflections from sand and water.
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FAQ

What are December temperatures in Key West?

In December, in Key West, the average high-temperature is 75.2°F, and the average low-temperature is 72.5°F. In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 87.8°F.

What is the average humidity in December in Key West?

The average relative humidity in December in Key West, Florida, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Key West in December?

In Key West, in December, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 1.22" of accumulated precipitation.

What is the water temperature in December in Key West?

In December, the average ocean temperature in Key West, Florida, is 74.5°F. Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 74.5°F water may be enjoyable.

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

With an average of 10h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Key West?

In Key West, the average day length in December is 10h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Key West?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in Key West, Florida, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST.

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

With an average of 6.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December in Key West?

The average sunshine duration in December in Key West is 6.3h.

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

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

Average temperature in December - Key West, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 75.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (72.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 72.5°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 (68.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Key West, FL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Key West, FL

Average wind speed in December - Key West, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (14.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Key West, FL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and September (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Key West, FL

Average rainfall in December - Key West, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (5.12").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Key West, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Key West, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are August and September (23.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Key West, FL

Average sea temperature in December - Key West, FL
  • Average sea temperature in December: 74.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.9°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (71.2°F).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Key West, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Key West, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (4.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Key West, FL

Average UV index in December - Key West, 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
Key West, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Key West, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in December
Key West, FL

Average visibility in December - Key West, 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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