December weather forecast
Boscobelle, Barbados

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a warm month in Boscobelle, Barbados, with an average temperature varying between 26.5°C (79.7°F) and 27.6°C (81.7°F).

Temperature

December experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.6°C (81.7°F), barely different from November's 28.2°C (82.8°F). In Boscobelle, the nighttime temperature in December descends gently to an average of 26.5°C (79.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during December is calculated to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Ongoing exposure and activity could lead to a state of exhaustion, with a chance of heat cramps.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Boscobelle, in December, during 16.2 rainfall days, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Boscobelle, 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.
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

December has the least sunshine of the year in Boscobelle, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index in Boscobelle are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. 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. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Boscobelle?
During December, Boscobelle experiences an average high-temperature of 27.6°C (81.7°F) and a low-temperature of 26.5°C (79.7°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Boscobelle?
The average relative humidity in December in Boscobelle, Barbados, is 76%.
How much does it rain in Boscobelle in December?
In December, 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 Boscobelle?
With an average of 11h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Boscobelle.
What is the average length of the day in December in Boscobelle?
In December, the average day length in Boscobelle is 11h and 22min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Boscobelle?
In December, on the first day of the month, 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 Boscobelle?
December has the least sunshine of the year in Boscobelle, Barbados, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Boscobelle have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December in Boscobelle is 6.5h.
When is the highest UV index in Boscobelle?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Boscobelle.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Boscobelle?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Boscobelle.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Boscobelle?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Boscobelle is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Boscobelle, Barbados
Average temperature in December
Boscobelle, 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).

Average pressure in December - Boscobelle, Barbados
Average pressure in December
Boscobelle, 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).

Average wind speed in December - Boscobelle, Barbados
Average wind speed in December
Boscobelle, 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).

Average humidity in December - Boscobelle, Barbados
Average humidity in December
Boscobelle, 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%).

Average rainfall in December - Boscobelle, Barbados
Average rainfall in December
Boscobelle, 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).

Average rainfall days in December - Boscobelle, Barbados
Average rainfall days in December
Boscobelle, 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).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Boscobelle, Barbados
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Boscobelle, 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).

Average sunshine days in December - Boscobelle, Barbados
Average sunshine days in December
Boscobelle, 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).

Average UV index in December - Boscobelle, Barbados
Average UV index in December
Boscobelle, 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).

Average cloud cover in December - Boscobelle, Barbados
Average cloud cover in December
Boscobelle, 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).

Average visibility in December - Boscobelle, Barbados
Average visibility in December
Boscobelle, 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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