✨December is an excellent time to visit Tampa & St. Petersburg — expect pleasantly warm days around 73°F (lows near 58°F), some rain, decent sunshine.
December Climate
Why This Matches
Based on your December search preferences
Avg highs of 73°F
6 rain days expected
7.9 hours of sunshine per day
78% average humidity
Year-Round Climate
Temperature
Sunshine
Rainfall
Best Time to Visit Tampa & St. Petersburg
The best time to visit Tampa & St. Petersburg is January–February and December, with highs around 69°F, moderate rainfall, 8+ hours of daily sunshine.
Weather Risks
Rainy season
June, July, August, September
What to Pack
Based on December conditions in Tampa & St. Petersburg
Light layers — t-shirts with a light jacket for evenings
A light rain jacket is worth having, just in case
High SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat — strong sun expected
December in Tampa & St. Petersburg
Flight prices unavailable for this route
Nightly hotel rates
Budget
$50–$94
Mid-Range
$121–$231
Luxury
$275–$605
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About Tampa & St. Petersburg
Florida's underrated Gulf Coast duo. Tampa brings craft breweries, the Cuban sandwich legacy of Ybor City, and Busch Gardens, while St. Petersburg counters with the Dalí Museum, a blossoming murals district, and some of the best urban beaches in the state.
