December weather forecast
Siesta Key, FL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Siesta Key, is still a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 72.5°F (22.5°C) and an average low of 60.8°F (16°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature in December, at an agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C), reveals a modest deviation from November's 76.3°F (24.6°C). During December, Siesta Key consistently records a temperature low averaging a comfortable 60.8°F (16°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Siesta Key is December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Siesta Key, in December, during 9.3 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Siesta Key, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.1 days and collects up to 34.92" (887mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In Siesta Key, Florida, in December, the average water temperature is 69.3°F (20.7°C).
Note: Most people find it challenging to enjoy swimming in water that is 69.3°F (20.7°C). As water temperature falls below 69.8°F (21°C), controlling breathing grows increasingly difficult.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Siesta Key is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Siesta Key in December?

December temperatures in Siesta Key vary between a high-temperature of 72.5°F (22.5°C) and a low-temperature of 60.8°F (16°C). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Siesta Key?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in Siesta Key?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in Siesta Key in December?

In Siesta Key, in December, during 9.3 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in December in Siesta Key?

In Siesta Key, the average seawater temperature in December is 69.3°F (20.7°C). Swimming in 69.3°F (20.7°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 Siesta Key?

December has the shortest days of the year in Siesta Key, with an average of 10h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Siesta Key have in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Siesta Key?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Siesta Key?

The month with the least sunshine in Siesta Key, Florida, is December, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Siesta Key?

In Siesta Key, Florida, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Siesta Key?

In Siesta Key, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Siesta Key, FL

Average temperature in December - Siesta Key, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 72.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (68.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 60.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (56.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Siesta Key, FL

Average pressure in December - Siesta Key, FL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Siesta Key, FL

Average wind speed in December - Siesta Key, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Siesta Key, FL

Average humidity in December - Siesta Key, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and May (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Siesta Key, FL

Average rainfall in December - Siesta Key, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.42").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in December
Siesta Key, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Siesta Key, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February and November (8.3 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Siesta Key, FL

Average sea temperature in December - Siesta Key, FL
  • Average sea temperature in December: 69.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (64.1°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Siesta Key, FL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Siesta Key, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Siesta Key, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Siesta Key, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Siesta Key, FL

Average UV index in December - Siesta Key, 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
Siesta Key, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Siesta Key, FL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in December
Siesta Key, FL

Average visibility in December - Siesta Key, 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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