December weather forecast
South Beach, FL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in South Beach, Florida, with an average temperature ranging between min 64°F (17.8°C) and max 73.6°F (23.1°C).

Temperature

December records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 73.6°F (23.1°C), indicating a minor variation from the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 64°F (17.8°C) is recorded during the nights in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In South Beach, in December, during 9.4 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In South Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.2 days and collects up to 13.15" (334mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature in South Beach is 75°F (23.9°C).
Note: Swimming in 75°F (23.9°C) water can be enjoyable based on one's cold tolerance and conditions like sunshine, wind, and ambient temperature. (Olympic swimmers compete in waters between 77°F (25°C) and 82.4°F (28°C).)

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in South Beach.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in South Beach is 6.2h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 5 in December translates into these instructions:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Watch out! Sand and water enhance the UV exposure you receive.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in South Beach?

In December, in South Beach, the average high-temperature is 73.6°F (23.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 64°F (17.8°C). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in South Beach?

The average relative humidity in December in South Beach is 77%.

How much does it rain in South Beach in December?

In South Beach, during December, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

What is the water temperature in December in South Beach?

In South Beach, Florida, in December, the average water temperature is 75°F (23.9°C). A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 75°F (23.9°C) water.

What is the month with the shortest days in South Beach?

With an average of 10h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in South Beach.

What is the average length of the day in December in South Beach?

In South Beach, Florida, the average day length in December is 10h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in South Beach?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, in South Beach, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does South Beach have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in South Beach?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in South Beach, Florida.

How high is the UV index in December in South Beach?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in South Beach, Florida, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
South Beach, FL

Average temperature in December - South Beach, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 73.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (70.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 64°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (78.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (59.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
South Beach, FL

Average pressure in December - South Beach, FL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
South Beach, FL

Average wind speed in December - South Beach, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
South Beach, FL

Average humidity in December - South Beach, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
South Beach, FL

Average rainfall in December - South Beach, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in December
South Beach, FL

Average rainfall days in December - South Beach, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
South Beach, FL

Average sea temperature in December - South Beach, FL
  • Average sea temperature in December: 74.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (84.8°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (72.3°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
South Beach, FL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Beach, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
South Beach, FL

Average sunshine days in December - South Beach, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
South Beach, FL

Average UV index in December - South Beach, 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 months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in December
South Beach, FL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
South Beach, FL

Average visibility in December - South Beach, 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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