December weather forecastCherry Grove, Barbados

December

Weather in December

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

Temperature

Cherry Grove signifies an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.6°C (81.7°F) in December, closely mirroring the 28.2°C (82.8°F) of November. Cherry Grove's nighttime temperatures in December settle close to daytime highs at an average of 26.5°C (79.7°F).

Heat index

During December, the heat index is computed to be a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Continuous activity in exposure could lead to a feeling of fatigue and heat cramps.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. 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 'real feel' or 'feels like', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

In Cherry Grove, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 16.2 days. Throughout December, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cherry Grove, there are 233.8 rainfall days, and 706mm (27.8") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, 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.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, 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 are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in December interprets into the following advice:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.

Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in Cherry Grove, is 27.6°C (81.7°F), while the low-temperature averages to 26.5°C (79.7°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

In Cherry Grove, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

In December, the rain falls for 16.2 days. Throughout December, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is accumulated.

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.

In Cherry Grove, the average day length in December is 11h and 22min.

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.

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

In December, the average sunshine duration in Cherry Grove is 6.5h.

The months with the highest UV index 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.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

28.2°C

27.6°C

27°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

24.6km/h

27.5km/h

28.9km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

7.9

12.3

12.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Cherry Grove, 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
Cherry Grove, 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
Cherry Grove, 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
Cherry Grove, 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
Cherry Grove, 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
Cherry Grove, 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
Cherry Grove, Barbados

Average daylight in December: 11h and 24min

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 30min

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
Cherry Grove, 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
Cherry Grove, 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
Cherry Grove, 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
Cherry Grove, 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).