December weather forecast
Placencia, Belize

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Weather in December

December marks the onset of winter in Placencia, with the lowest average temperature of 20.9°C (69.6°F) for the year. A decrease in rainfall to 78mm (3.07"), the lowest for the entire year, makes this month less prone to rainy days and cloudiness. Though the season is characterized by shorter days, the hours of daylight are amplified by a higher amount of sunshine compared to the previous months. As winter progresses, the weather tends to become cooler and less rainy, setting the stage for pleasant holiday weather.

Temperature

In December, Placencia experiences a minor shift in meteorological conditions with average high-temperatures marked at a still warm 26.9°C (80.4°F), closely mirroring the climate in November. During December, the average low-temperature in Placencia is a pleasant 20.9°C (69.6°F).

Humidity

In Placencia, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 23.3 days. Throughout December, 78mm (3.07") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Placencia, there are 293.1 rainfall days, and 1298mm (51.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Placencia, with an average of 11h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:19. On the last day of December, in Placencia, Belize, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 17:31 CST.

Sunshine

In Placencia, the average sunshine in December is 6h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Placencia in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Placencia, is 26.9°C (80.4°F), while the low-temperature averages to 20.9°C (69.6°F). In November, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 32°C (89.6°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Placencia?

The average relative humidity in December in Placencia, Belize, is 82%.

How much does it rain in Placencia in December?

In December, in Placencia, the rain falls for 23.3 days. Throughout December, 78mm (3.07") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Placencia?

The month with the shortest days in Placencia, Belize, is December, with an average of 11h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Placencia?

In December, the average day length is 11h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Placencia?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 17:31 CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Placencia?

In Placencia, Belize, the average sunshine duration in December is 6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Placencia?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Placencia, Belize.

What is the UV index reading in December in Placencia?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Placencia, Belize, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Placencia, Belize

Average temperature in December - Placencia, Belize
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (24.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20°C).

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Average pressure in December
Placencia, Belize

Average pressure in December - Placencia, Belize
  • Average pressure in December: 1016mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1011.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Placencia, Belize

Average wind speed in December - Placencia, Belize
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (10.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (7.1km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Placencia, Belize

Average humidity in December - Placencia, Belize
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Placencia, Belize

Average rainfall in December - Placencia, Belize
  • Average rainfall in December: 78mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (169mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (46mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Placencia, Belize

Average rainfall days in December - Placencia, Belize
  • Average rainfall days in December: 23.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (30 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (18.6 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Placencia, Belize

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Placencia, Belize
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Placencia, Belize

Average sunshine days in December - Placencia, Belize
  • Average sunshine days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (0.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Placencia, Belize

Average UV index in December - Placencia, Belize
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in December
Placencia, Belize

Average cloud cover in December - Placencia, Belize
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
Placencia, Belize

Average visibility in December - Placencia, Belize
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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