Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average sea temperature in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
As Basseterre steps into December, the average high-temperature holds at a still moderately hot 26.9°C (80.4°F), hinting at a minor fluctuation from the prior month. The nighttime temperature in Basseterre demonstrates a marginal decline, averaging at a still warm 26.2°C (79.2°F) during December.Humidity
January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In Basseterre, in December, during 16.9 rainfall days, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Basseterre, during the entire year, the rain falls for 198.3 days and collects up to 386mm (15.2") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In December, the average sea temperature in Basseterre is 27°C (80.6°F).Note: For water activities like swimming, diving, and more, temperatures ranging between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) offer superior comfort and enjoyment for lengthy durations.
Daylight
With an average of 11h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Basseterre.On the first day of December in Basseterre, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 17:47 AST.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.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 Basseterre. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 7 in December translates into these instructions:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Alert! Sand and water increase UV exposure due to their reflective properties.
Frequently asked questions
What are December temperatures in Basseterre?
What is the least humid month in Basseterre?
What is the average humidity in December in Basseterre?
How much does it rain in Basseterre in December?
How warm is the water in December in Basseterre?
What is the month with the shortest days in Basseterre?
What is the average length of the day in December in Basseterre?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Basseterre?
What is the month with the least sunshine in Basseterre?
How many hours of sunshine does Basseterre have in December?
When is the highest UV index in Basseterre?
When is the lowest UV index in Basseterre?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Basseterre?
Average temperature in December
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Average high temperature in December: 26.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (28.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (25.8°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 26.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (24.9°C).
Average pressure in December
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Average pressure in December: 1014.8mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and June (1016.2mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are October and November (1012.5mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Average wind speed in December: 24.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (26.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (19.6km/h).
Average humidity in December
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Average humidity in December: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July and August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Average rainfall in December: 27mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (51mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (15mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Average rainfall days in December: 16.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.6 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Average sea temperature in December: 27°C
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are September and October (29°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February and March (26°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis
- 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 6min).
- Average sunshine in December: 6h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Average sunshine days in December: 8.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (11.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis
- 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Average cloud cover in December: 39
The months with the most cloud cover are May, June and July (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis
- 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).
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis
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