December weather forecast
Polk City, FL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an agreeable month in Polk City, Florida, with temperature in the range of an average low of 55.6°F (13.1°C) and an average high of 72.5°F (22.5°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December reveals an average high-temperature of an agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C), showing minimal deviation from the previous month. December nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a moderate 55.6°F (13.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Polk City, there are 197.3 rainfall days, and 38.74" (984mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine.

UV index

In Polk City, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Polk City, is 72.5°F (22.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 55.6°F (13.1°C). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Polk City, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Polk City?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 6.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December in Polk City?

In Polk City, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Polk City, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Polk City, FL

Average temperature in December - Polk City, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 72.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (68.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 55.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (51.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Polk City, FL

Average pressure in December - Polk City, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Polk City, FL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Polk City, FL

Average humidity in December - Polk City, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Polk City, FL

Average rainfall in December - Polk City, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Polk City, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Polk City, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (27.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Polk City, FL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Polk City, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Polk City, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Polk City, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (1.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Polk City, FL

Average UV index in December - Polk City, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Polk City, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Polk City, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Polk City, FL

Average visibility in December - Polk City, 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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