December weather forecast
Tarpon Springs, FL

Numerous boats docked on the shores of Tarpon Springs in Florida and the dramatic colorful sky above
Numerous boats docked on the shores of Tarpon Springs in Florida and the dramatic colorful sky above

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Tarpon Springs, is still a pleasant month, with an average temperature ranging between max 70.2°F (21.2°C) and min 59.4°F (15.2°C).

Temperature

In Tarpon Springs, the average high-temperature in December is relatively the same as in November - a pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C). In Tarpon Springs, the average low-temperature is 59.4°F (15.2°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Tarpon Springs, in December, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Tarpon Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.5 days and collects up to 9.45" (240mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In Tarpon Springs, the average water temperature is 65.1°F (18.4°C).
Note: Swimming in 65.1°F (18.4°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Tarpon Springs, Florida, is December, with an average of 10h and 23min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:34 pm. On the last day of December, in Tarpon Springs, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Tarpon Springs is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 5 translate into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in December in Tarpon Springs?

The average high-temperature, in December, is 70.2°F (21.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 59.4°F (15.2°C). in October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Tarpon Springs?

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December in Tarpon Springs?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in Tarpon Springs in December?

In Tarpon Springs, during December, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

What is the ocean temperature in December in Tarpon Springs?

In December, the average ocean temperature in Tarpon Springs, Florida, is 65.1°F (18.4°C). For most, swimming in 65.1°F (18.4°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

What is the month with the shortest days in Tarpon Springs?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 23min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Tarpon Springs?

In Tarpon Springs, Florida, the average day length in December is 10h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Tarpon Springs?

On the first day of December in Tarpon Springs, Florida, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Tarpon Springs?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Tarpon Springs, Florida, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Tarpon Springs?

In Tarpon Springs, Florida, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Tarpon Springs?

In Tarpon Springs, Florida, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Tarpon Springs, FL

Average temperature in December - Tarpon Springs, FL
  • Average high temperature in December: 70.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (66°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 59.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (80.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (54.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Tarpon Springs, FL

Average pressure in December - Tarpon Springs, FL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Tarpon Springs, FL

Average wind speed in December - Tarpon Springs, FL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Tarpon Springs, FL

Average humidity in December - Tarpon Springs, FL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Tarpon Springs, FL

Average rainfall in December - Tarpon Springs, FL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in December
Tarpon Springs, FL

Average rainfall days in December - Tarpon Springs, FL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.5 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Tarpon Springs, FL

Average sea temperature in December - Tarpon Springs, FL
  • Average sea temperature in December: 65.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (61.1°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Tarpon Springs, FL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tarpon Springs, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Tarpon Springs, FL

Average sunshine days in December - Tarpon Springs, FL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Tarpon Springs, FL

Average UV index in December - Tarpon Springs, 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
Tarpon Springs, FL

Average cloud cover in December - Tarpon Springs, 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 20).

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Average visibility in December
Tarpon Springs, FL

Average visibility in December - Tarpon Springs, 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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