December weather forecast
Pensacola, FL

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The magnificent clear water of the famed Pensacola Beach, Florida
The magnificent clear water of the famed Pensacola Beach, Florida

Weather in December

Despite December being the coolest month, Pensacola maintains a mild winter with temperatures between 50.9°F (10.5°C) to 63.3°F (17.4°C). The cooler climate is optimum for celebrations such as Christmas and New Year festivities. The daylight hours are the scarce, providing a stark contrast to the summer months. Owing to the increased cloud cover, the days are often overcast. Although not as inviting as summer, the chill in the air adds a distinctive charm to Pensacola's beach landscapes.

Temperature

In the transition from November to December, Pensacola reports an average high-temperature of a refreshing 63.3°F (17.4°C), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. In the month of December, Pensacola records a consistent average low-temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Pensacola is December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Pensacola, in December, during 11.2 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.3 rainfall days, and 22.72" (577mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall in Pensacola.

Ocean temperature

In Pensacola, Florida, in December, the average water temperature is 66.7°F (19.3°C).
Note: Most people do not take pleasure in swimming in water at 66.7°F (19.3°C). The difficulty of managing breathing increases as the water temperature dips from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Pensacola, Florida.
On the first day of December in Pensacola, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Pensacola, Florida, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during December translates into the following directions:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Pensacola?

During December, Pensacola experiences an average high-temperature of 63.3°F (17.4°C) and a low-temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the most humid month in Pensacola?

With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month in Pensacola, Florida.

What is the average humidity in December in Pensacola?

In December, the average relative humidity in Pensacola is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Pensacola?

In Pensacola, in December, during 11.2 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Pensacola?

February through December are months without snowfall in Pensacola, Florida.

Does it snow in Pensacola in December?

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

What is the ocean temperature in December in Pensacola?

In Pensacola, the average seawater temperature in December is 66.7°F (19.3°C). Swimming in 66.7°F (19.3°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 Pensacola?

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Pensacola.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Pensacola?

On the first day of December in Pensacola, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Pensacola?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Pensacola, Florida, is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Pensacola?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Pensacola?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Pensacola is 4. 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
Pensacola, FL

Average temperature in December - Pensacola, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 63.3°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 50.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Pensacola, FL

Average pressure in December - Pensacola, FL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

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

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Average wind speed in December
Pensacola, FL

Average wind speed in December - Pensacola, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Pensacola, FL

Average humidity in December - Pensacola, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Pensacola, FL

Average rainfall in December - Pensacola, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in December
Pensacola, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Pensacola, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall days in December
Pensacola, FL

Average snowfall days in December - Pensacola, 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).

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Average sea temperature in December
Pensacola, FL

Average sea temperature in December - Pensacola, FL
  • Average sea temperature in December: 66.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (61.8°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pensacola, FL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Pensacola, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Pensacola, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Pensacola, FL

Average UV index in December - Pensacola, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Pensacola, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Pensacola, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in December
Pensacola, FL

Average visibility in December - Pensacola, 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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