Normal weather for Tampa in December
It's warm in December in Tampa with an average temperature of 24°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 22°C to a high of 26°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 13°C and 17°C.
In December, there is an average of 51 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Tampa in December |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
24°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
26°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
22°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
51 mm | 67 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
8 days | 10 days | |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Tampa with warm temperatures, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights close to 16°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. A T-shirt, light trousers or skirt, and a light jacket are perfect for daytime. For the evening and morning, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do.
Mid-December
By mid-December, the average daytime temperature drops to around 24°C, with nights close to 16°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. A T-shirt, light trousers or skirt, and a light jacket are perfect for daytime. For the evening and morning, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Tampa will be around 24°C, with nights close to 16°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. A T-shirt, light trousers or skirt, and a light jacket are perfect for daytime. For the evening and morning, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Tampa is 23°C this month. Comfortable for a swim.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is December a good time to visit Tampa?
Want nice weather? Then December is a great time to be in Tampa. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
The hurricane season in Tampa runs from June to November.
Temperature records for Tampa in December
With 30°C, Tampa hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in December 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 6°C in 2022. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 0°C to a high of 24°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Tampa
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in December in Tampa, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Tampa
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Tampa, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect around 8 days of rain in Tampa.
Daily UV Index in December in Tampa
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Tampa, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in Tampa Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Tampa, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in December in Tampa Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Tampa, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in December for Tampa
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Average Weather in Tampa by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Tampa. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
