December weather forecast
Lowland, Barbados

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Lowland, Barbados, with temperature in the range of an average high of 27.6°C (81.7°F) and an average low of 26.5°C (79.7°F).

Temperature

The transition from November to December sees average high-temperatures adjusting to a still warm 27.6°C (81.7°F), from a not significantly different 28.2°C (82.8°F). Lowland's nocturnal average in December closely mirrors its daytime temperatures, settling at a still moderately hot 26.5°C (79.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during December is computed to be a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Remaining active during long-lasting exposure could cause fatigue, leading to heat cramps.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Lowland is 76%.

Rainfall

In Lowland, in December, it is raining for 16.2 days, with typically 30mm (1.18") of accumulated precipitation. In Lowland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 233.8 days and collects up to 706mm (27.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lowland.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 17:29. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:42 AST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Lowland.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Lowland, Barbados. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lowland in December?

In Lowland, 27.6°C (81.7°F) is the average high-temperature and 26.5°C (79.7°F) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in December is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Lowland?

In Lowland, Barbados, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in Lowland in December?

In December, in Lowland, Barbados, the rain falls for 16.2 days. Throughout December, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lowland?

The month with the shortest days in Lowland is December, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Lowland have in December?

In December, the average day length is 11h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Lowland?

On the first day of December in Lowland, Barbados, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 17:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:42 AST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lowland?

With an average of 6.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Lowland, Barbados.

How many hours of sunshine does Lowland have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.5h.

When is the highest UV index in Lowland?

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Lowland?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Lowland?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Lowland is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Lowland, Barbados

Average temperature in December - Lowland, Barbados
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.6°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are September and October (28.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (26.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.7°C).

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Average pressure in December
Lowland, Barbados

Average pressure in December - Lowland, Barbados
  • Average pressure in December: 1013mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Lowland, Barbados

Average wind speed in December - Lowland, Barbados
  • Average wind speed in December: 26.9km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (28.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (19.4km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Lowland, Barbados

Average humidity in December - Lowland, Barbados
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lowland, Barbados

Average rainfall in December - Lowland, Barbados
  • Average rainfall in December: 30mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (126mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (13mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Lowland, Barbados

Average rainfall days in December - Lowland, Barbados
  • Average rainfall days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.3 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lowland, Barbados

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lowland, Barbados
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lowland, Barbados

Average sunshine days in December - Lowland, Barbados
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (1.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lowland, Barbados

Average UV index in December - Lowland, Barbados
  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

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Average cloud cover in December
Lowland, Barbados

Average cloud cover in December - Lowland, Barbados
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Lowland, Barbados

Average visibility in December - Lowland, Barbados
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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