December weather forecastHighland, Barbados

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Highland, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 27.6°C (81.7°F) and an average low of 26.5°C (79.7°F).

Temperature

December's weather displays an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.6°C (81.7°F), slightly varied from November's 28.2°C (82.8°F). Highland's average temperature throughout the nights in December exhibits a minor decrease from daytime highs, stabilizing at a still moderately hot 26.5°C (79.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index in December is computed to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Persistent activity under exposure might lead to a feeling of weariness, with subsequent heat cramps.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Highland, in December, during 16.2 rainfall days, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Highland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 233.8 days and collects up to 706mm (27.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Highland, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:42 AST.

Sunshine

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

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 Highland, Barbados. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during December morphs into the following directions:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. 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. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.

Frequently asked questions

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

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

In Highland, Barbados, during December, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 30mm (1.18") of precipitation.

December has the shortest days of the year in Highland, Barbados, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.

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

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:29. On the last day of the month, in Highland, Barbados, 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 Highland, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.5h.

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 Highland, Barbados, 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 health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Highland, 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
Highland, 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
Highland, 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
Highland, 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
Highland, 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
Highland, 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
Highland, 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
Highland, 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
Highland, 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
Highland, 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
Highland, 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).