Average weather for Lakeland in December
It's warm in December in Lakeland with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 22°C to a high of 26°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 11°C and 16°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Lakeland with warm temps, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights around 15°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 25°C, with nights around 15°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Lakeland is around 25°C, while nighttime temps are about 15°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
In December, there is an average of 49 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Lakeland in December |
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25°C | 9°C | |
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26°C | 12°C | |
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22°C | -5°C | |
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49 mm | 133 mm | |
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6 days | 17 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Is December a good time to visit Lakeland?
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Lakeland. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
The hurricane season in Lakeland runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 31°C in 2016, Lakeland reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 7°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -1°C to a highest value of 22°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Lakeland
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Lakeland, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Lakeland
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Lakeland, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed 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 it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect about 6 days of precipitation in Lakeland.
Daily UV index in December in Lakeland
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Lakeland, 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 Lakeland over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Lakeland, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Lakeland over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Lakeland, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for Lakeland
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Lakeland. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Lakeland by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Lakeland. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.