Fort Lauderdale weather in December (Florida, United States of America)

What can you expect from the weather in Fort Lauderdale during December? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In Fort Lauderdale, December is characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 26°C, while night temperatures can drop to 18°C.

Fort Lauderdale in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 79 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 12 days.

The city usually sees around 216 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, December is a great time to visit. January, February, March, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While July and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Fort Lauderdale climate page with graphs.

 

Fort Lauderdale, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 39%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 79 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 72% *  
SunshineSunshine 216 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 66% *  
* Data from: Miami, the United States of America (36 KM, 22 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Fort Lauderdale in December?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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