Early winter · Weather & things to do
Amelia Island in December
Amelia Island cools off: highs slip to 65°F (18°C), from 70°F in November, with lows of 58°F (14°C) and about 2.9 in (73 mm) of rain.
At 84/100 for comfort (5th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 65°F (18°C)
- Avg low
- 58°F (14°C)
- Rain
- 2.9 in (73 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 66%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 01 min
- Comfort score
- 84/100 · Great
What December feels like
Days are mild at around 65°F (18°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Nights cool to an average low of 58°F (14°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.9 in (73 mm).
Plan around December
December is one of Amelia Island's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by January, the score drops to 81/100.
- Shortest days of the year, about 10 h 01 min of daylight.
- Comfort holds steady from November (85 → 84/100).
- Our St. Augustine & Amelia Island route is planned for Late Nov – Jan, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — December is part of it.
What to pack for December
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 58°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.9 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Amelia Island in December
December is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Egans Creek Greenway
About 300 acres of salt marsh and trails through the middle of the island, good for walking, cycling and wading birds.
Why now December scores 84/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Centre Street
Main street of Fernandina Beach's 50-block historic district, with Victorian brick storefronts running down to the harbor.
Why now Highs near 65°F and 2.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Amelia Island Lighthouse
Florida's oldest existing lighthouse, moved here from Cumberland Island in 1838, standing above the Egans Creek marsh.
Fort Clinch State Park
Brick 19th-century fort at the island's north tip, with costumed garrison programs, beach and maritime-forest trails.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Timoti's Seafood Shak
Casual local seafood counter a block off Centre Street, known for local wild-caught shrimp and fish tacos.
Nearby in December
- Jacksonville Beach in December~27 mi · highs 65°F, 2.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Downtown Jacksonville & Southbank in December~27 mi · highs 67°F, 3.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- St. Augustine in December~54 mi · highs 67°F, 3.3 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Savannah in December~100 mi · highs 62°F, 3.2 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Amelia Island in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Amelia Island?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 84/100. Expect highs of 65°F (18°C) and 2.9 in (73 mm) of rain.
How hot is Amelia Island in December?
Average highs are 65°F (18°C) and average lows 58°F (14°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Amelia Island in December?
Some: about 2.9 in (73 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 46.6 in (1184 mm).
What should I pack for Amelia Island in December?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 58°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.9 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Amelia Island
Routes in season in December
- St. Augustine & Amelia Island Late Nov – Jan
Planning Amelia Island in December?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.