December weather forecast
Springfield, Jamaica

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Springfield, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.9°C (76.8°F) and 27.5°C (81.5°F).

Temperature

December is marked by an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.5°C (81.5°F), almost identical to the preceding month. In Springfield, December's low temperatures hover around a still moderately hot 24.9°C (76.8°F), reflecting a minor decrease from the daytime highs.

Heat index

For most parts of December, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Staying active during long-term exposure might result in a state of exhaustion and cause heat cramps.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Springfield is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, in Springfield, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Springfield, Jamaica, there are 177.2 rainfall days, and 687mm (27.05") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Springfield, Jamaica.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 17:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 17:46 EST.

Sunshine

November and December, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Springfield. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Springfield in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Springfield, Jamaica, are 27.5°C (81.5°F) and 24.9°C (76.8°F) respectively. In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Springfield?

In Springfield, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Springfield?

In December, in Springfield, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Springfield?

The month with the shortest days in Springfield, Jamaica, is December, with an average of 11h and 6min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Springfield, Jamaica, is 11h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Springfield?

On the first day of December in Springfield, Jamaica, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 17:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 17:46 EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Springfield?

The months with the least sunshine in Springfield are November and December, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Springfield have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Springfield, Jamaica, is 6.6h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Springfield?

January, March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Springfield, Jamaica.

What is the UV index reading in December in Springfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Springfield, Jamaica, is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Springfield, Jamaica

Average temperature in December - Springfield, Jamaica
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.9°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (26.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (23.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
Springfield, Jamaica

Average pressure in December - Springfield, Jamaica
  • Average pressure in December: 1014.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Springfield, Jamaica

Average wind speed in December - Springfield, Jamaica
  • Average wind speed in December: 20km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (20km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (13km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Springfield, Jamaica

Average humidity in December - Springfield, Jamaica
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Springfield, Jamaica

Average rainfall in December - Springfield, Jamaica
  • Average rainfall in December: 28mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (90mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (19mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Springfield, Jamaica

Average rainfall days in December - Springfield, Jamaica
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.6 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Springfield, Jamaica

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Springfield, Jamaica
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 1min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Springfield, Jamaica

Average sunshine days in December - Springfield, Jamaica
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Springfield, Jamaica

Average UV index in December - Springfield, Jamaica
  • Average UV index in December: 7

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Springfield, Jamaica

Average cloud cover in December - Springfield, Jamaica
  • Average cloud cover in December: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are January, May and November (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in December
Springfield, Jamaica

Average visibility in December - Springfield, Jamaica
  • 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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