Average weather for Sanibel in December
It's warm in December in Sanibel with an average temperature of 26°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 24°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 14°C and 18°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Sanibel with hot temps, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights around 17°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s 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 26°C, with nights around 17°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Sanibel is around 26°C, while nighttime temps are about 17°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In December, there is an average of 46 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Sanibel in December |
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26°C | 9°C | |
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27°C | 12°C | |
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24°C | -5°C | |
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46 mm | 133 mm | |
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4 days | 17 days |
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 Sanibel?
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Sanibel. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
The hurricane season in Sanibel runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 32°C in 2016, Sanibel reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 8°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 4°C to a highest value of 23°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Sanibel
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Sanibel, 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 Sanibel
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Sanibel, 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 4 days of precipitation in Sanibel.
Daily UV index in December in Sanibel
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Sanibel, 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 Sanibel over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Sanibel, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Sanibel over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Sanibel, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for Sanibel
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Sanibel. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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