December weather forecast
Orlando, FL

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Colorful water reflection of Orlando city in Florida, USA, with its majestic skyscrapers
Colorful water reflection of Orlando city in Florida, USA, with its majestic skyscrapers

Weather in December

December weather in Orlando shows a further decline in temperatures, signaling the onset of winter, on the path from 56.5°F to 72.1°F. Historically, winter in the city is not harsh and retains an accommodating atmosphere for residents and tourists. Days are now the shortest of the year with daylight averaging to 10.3 hours. However, clear visibility of 6 miles remains consistent, offering clear views of the city's skyline. The atmospheric pressure takes a steep climb to 30.11", marking an appreciable rise from the past month, bringing the seasonal cycle to full circle.

Temperature

Orlando experiences a transition to an agreeable 72.1°F in average high-temperatures with the arrival of December, not greatly differing from November's 76.1°F. Throughout December, the temperature falls to an average low of 56.5°F.

Humidity

In Orlando, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

March and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1.34" of rain.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Orlando.
On the first day of December in Orlando, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In Orlando, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
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FAQ

What are the temperatures in Orlando in December?

December temperatures in Orlando vary between a high-temperature of 72.1°F and a low-temperature of 56.5°F. 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, in October is calculated to be 89.6°F.

What is the average humidity in December in Orlando?

In Orlando, Florida, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

What is the driest month in Orlando?

March and December are months with the least rain in Orlando when the rain falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1.34" of rain.

How much does it rain in Orlando in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 1.34" of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Orlando?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Orlando have in December?

In Orlando, the average day length in December is 10h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Orlando?

On the first day of December in Orlando, Florida, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Orlando?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Orlando?

In Orlando, Florida, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in December in Orlando?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Orlando, FL

Average temperature in December - Orlando, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 72.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (68.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 56.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (76.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (51.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Orlando, FL

Average pressure in December - Orlando, FL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Orlando, FL

Average wind speed in December - Orlando, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Orlando, FL

Average humidity in December - Orlando, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Orlando, FL

Average rainfall in December - Orlando, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.31").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and December (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in December
Orlando, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Orlando, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Orlando, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Orlando, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Orlando, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Orlando, FL

Average UV index in December - Orlando, 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
Orlando, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Orlando, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Orlando, FL

Average visibility in December - Orlando, 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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