December weather forecast
Palm Beach Shores, FL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Palm Beach Shores, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 74.8°F (23.8°C) and 68°F (20°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Palm Beach Shores notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 74.8°F (23.8°C), closely following the trend of the preceding month. A modest dip in temperatures to an average of 68°F (20°C) is observed throughout Palm Beach Shores's December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Palm Beach Shores, during December, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. In Palm Beach Shores, during the entire year, the rain falls for 193.9 days and collects up to 22.56" (573mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature in Palm Beach Shores is 75.9°F (24.4°C).
Note: When thinking about a swim in 75.9°F (24.4°C) waters, consider your cold tolerance, the day's sunshine, wind, and air temperature. It is a fun fact that Olympic swimmers dive into waters of 77°F (25°C) to 82.4°F (28°C).

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Palm Beach Shores, Florida, with an average of 10h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Palm Beach Shores, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

UV index

In Palm Beach Shores, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in December translates into this advice:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be alert! The reflection of water and sand augments UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Palm Beach Shores?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Palm Beach Shores, is 74.8°F (23.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 68°F (20°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in October is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Palm Beach Shores?

In December, the average relative humidity in Palm Beach Shores, Florida, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Palm Beach Shores in December?

In Palm Beach Shores, in December, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the ocean temperature in December in Palm Beach Shores?

In Palm Beach Shores, the average seawater temperature in December is 75.9°F (24.4°C). Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 75.9°F (24.4°C) water may be enjoyable.

What is the month with the shortest days in Palm Beach Shores?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Palm Beach Shores have in December?

In Palm Beach Shores, Florida, the average day length in December is 10h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Palm Beach Shores?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, in Palm Beach Shores, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Palm Beach Shores?

January and December, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Palm Beach Shores have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Palm Beach Shores, Florida, is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in December in Palm Beach Shores?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Palm Beach Shores, Florida, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Palm Beach Shores, FL

Average temperature in December - Palm Beach Shores, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (72°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 68°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (81.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (64.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Palm Beach Shores, FL

Average pressure in December - Palm Beach Shores, FL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Palm Beach Shores, FL

Average wind speed in December - Palm Beach Shores, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Palm Beach Shores, FL

Average humidity in December - Palm Beach Shores, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Palm Beach Shores, FL

Average rainfall in December - Palm Beach Shores, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in December
Palm Beach Shores, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Palm Beach Shores, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (25 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Palm Beach Shores, FL

Average sea temperature in December - Palm Beach Shores, FL
  • Average sea temperature in December: 76°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (85.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (74.1°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Palm Beach Shores, FL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Palm Beach Shores, 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 1min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Palm Beach Shores, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Palm Beach Shores, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Palm Beach Shores, FL

Average UV index in December - Palm Beach Shores, FL
  • Average UV index in December: 6

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 and February (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in December
Palm Beach Shores, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Palm Beach Shores, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are January, November and December (Cloud cover 35).
The months with the least cloud cover are May, July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Palm Beach Shores, FL

Average visibility in December - Palm Beach Shores, 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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