December weather forecast
Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago

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Weather in December

December rings the curtain down on the year, bringing with it a further decrease in rain and offering a drier climate. The month shows a declining trend in temperature, bringing cooler nights. Daylight hours continue to decrease, making December the month with the least hours of daylight. However, the UV index remains at 7 throughout the month, consistent with the rest of the year. The December weather in Piarco, combined with the festive season, offers a unique holiday setting in this tropical paradise.

Temperature

The transition into December notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.5°C (83.3°F), revealing a mild distinction from the 29.1°C (84.4°F) in November. Piarco, during December nights, witnesses an average temperature marginally cooler than its daytime highs, at a still moderately hot 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Heat index

December's average heat index is appraised at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago, is 78%.

Rainfall

In Piarco, in December, during 18.3 rainfall days, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Piarco, there are 194.8 rainfall days, and 640mm (25.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 17:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 17:54 AST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Piarco are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during December morphs into the following directions:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Piarco in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Piarco, is 28.5°C (83.3°F), while the average low-temperature is 25.5°C (77.9°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Piarco?

In Piarco, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in Piarco in December?

In December, in Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout December, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Piarco?

The month with the shortest days in Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago, is December, with an average of 11h and 30min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago, is 11h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Piarco?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 17:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 17:54 AST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Piarco?

With an average of 6.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Piarco.

How many hours of sunshine does Piarco have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.7h.

When is the highest UV index in Piarco?

The months with the highest UV index in Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

When is the lowest UV index in Piarco?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Piarco?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago

Average temperature in December - Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (30.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (26.6°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (24.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago

Average pressure in December - Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago

Average wind speed in December - Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (13.6km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago

Average humidity in December - Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February, March and April (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago

Average rainfall in December - Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago
  • Average rainfall in December: 44mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (115mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (14mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago

Average rainfall days in December - Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and April (10.3 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago

Average sunshine days in December - Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are March and April (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago

Average UV index in December - Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago
  • 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
Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago

Average cloud cover in December - Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago
  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago

Average visibility in December - Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago
  • 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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