December weather forecastNiceville, FL

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a comfortable month in Niceville, Florida, with an average temperature varying between 52.7°F (11.5°C) and 63.3°F (17.4°C).

Temperature

In December, Niceville experiences a barely noticeable shift in meteorological conditions, with average high-temperatures moving from 68.5°F (20.3°C) in November to a comfortable 63.3°F (17.4°C). An average low-temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C) is noted during the nights in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Niceville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.5 days and collects up to 36.77" (934mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In Niceville, Florida, in December, the average water temperature is 66°F (18.9°C).
Note: Swimming in 66°F (18.9°C) does not offer a pleasant experience for most individuals. The act of controlling one's breathing becomes progressively difficult as the water temperature goes under 69.8°F (21°C).

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Niceville, Florida.
On the first day of December in Niceville, Florida, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in December translates into the following instructions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.

Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In Niceville, 63.3°F (17.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 52.7°F (11.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

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

In Niceville, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

February through December are months without snowfall.

In Niceville, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

In Niceville, Florida, the average seawater temperature in December is 66°F (18.9°C). For most, swimming in 66°F (18.9°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.

In Niceville, Florida, the average day length in December is 10h and 13min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Niceville, Florida, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

The months with the least sunshine in Niceville, Florida, are February and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

In Niceville, Florida, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Niceville.

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Niceville is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

68.5°F

63.3°F

59.7°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

9.8mph

10.3mph

10.6mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

0.1

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

20.5

16.5

18.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Niceville, FL

Average high temperature in December: 63.3°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.7°F).

Average low temperature in December: 52.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (48°F).

Average pressure in December
Niceville, FL

Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Niceville, FL

Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Niceville, 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 (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Niceville, FL

Average rainfall in December: 4.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.55").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Niceville, FL

Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Niceville, FL

Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Niceville, FL

Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Niceville, FL

Average sea temperature in December: 66°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (85.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (61.6°F).

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

Average daylight in December: 10h and 12min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

Average sunshine in December: 5h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Niceville, FL

Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Niceville, FL

Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
Niceville, FL

Average cloud cover in December: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Niceville, 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).