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Florida Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Florida, the United States of America in December.

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Planning a journey to Florida, the United States of America this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Florida in December

Florida, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. December in Florida generally has temperatures that range from mild to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy. The month of December is in the winter season.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in Niceville at 18°C (64°F) to warm in Everglades City at 27°C (81°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Everglades City and 7°C (45°F) in Niceville.

For specific regional insights in Florida, the United States of America, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Holmes Beach with an average of 24 mm (0.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Chipley with 164 mm (6.5 in).

Average sunshine

December brings good sunshine to many areas. Kissimmee sees around 210 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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January25°C (77°F) February25°C (77°F) March27°C (81°F) April29°C (84°F) May30°C (86°F) June32°C (90°F) This monthJuly32°C (90°F) August33°C (91°F) September32°C (90°F) October30°C (86°F) November27°C (81°F) December26°C (79°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Florida in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Florida

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Florida, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Florida (December)

Precipitation variation in Florida (December)

Kissimmee

In December Kissimmee generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
210 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Kissimmee →

Orlando

In December Orlando generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Orlando →

Destin

In December Destin generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Destin →

Miami Beach

In December Miami Beach generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
216 hours
222 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Miami Beach →

Miami

In December Miami generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
216 hours
222 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Florida in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Miami 26°C (79°F) 18°C (64°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Kissimmee 24°C (75°F) 12°C (54°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Orlando 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Destin 18°C (64°F) 9°C (48°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)
Miami Beach 25°C (77°F) 19°C (66°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Fort Lauderdale 26°C (79°F) 18°C (64°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)

Florida weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Florida, the United States of America in December?

In December, Florida, the United States of America generally has perfect weather conditions. Kissimmee sees daytime temperatures near 24°C (75°F), with nights cooling to roughly 12°C (54°F).

What is the average temperature in Florida, the United States of America in December?

In Kissimmee, the average daytime high in December is 24°C (75°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 12°C (54°F).

Does Florida, the United States of America get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Florida, the United States of America during December, with Kissimmee averaging close to 43 mm (1.7 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Florida, the United States of America?

We consider December to be one of the best times to travel to Florida, the United States of America. Typically, the climate in Kissimmee is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, October, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Kissimmee. On the other hand, the months of June, July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

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