December weather forecast
Lower Carlton, Barbados

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Lower Carlton, Barbados, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.5°C (79.7°F) and max 27.6°C (81.7°F).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Lower Carlton's weather records an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.6°C (81.7°F), marking little difference from November's 28.2°C (82.8°F). Lower Carlton, during December nights, experiences a subtle shift to a low average of 26.5°C (79.7°F) from the day's heat.

Heat index

December's average heat index is evaluated at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). If one continues to be active during exposure, it might cause tiredness and subsequent heat cramps.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Lower Carlton is 76%.

Rainfall

In Lower Carlton, during December, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 30mm (1.18") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Lower Carlton, Barbados, there are 233.8 rainfall days, and 706mm (27.8") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.
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. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Lower Carlton. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. 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. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Lower Carlton?

In Lower Carlton, 27.6°C (81.7°F) is the average high-temperature and 26.5°C (79.7°F) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in December is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Lower Carlton?

The average relative humidity in December in Lower Carlton is 76%.

How much does it rain in Lower Carlton in December?

In December, in Lower Carlton, 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 Lower Carlton?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Lower Carlton?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Lower Carlton?

On the first day of December in Lower Carlton, 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 Lower Carlton?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Lower Carlton?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Lower Carlton, Barbados, is 6.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Lower Carlton?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

When is the lowest UV index in Lower Carlton?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Lower Carlton, Barbados.

How high is the UV index in December in Lower Carlton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Lower Carlton is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Lower Carlton, Barbados

Average temperature in December - Lower Carlton, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Lower Carlton, Barbados

Average pressure in December - Lower Carlton, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Lower Carlton, Barbados

Average wind speed in December - Lower Carlton, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Lower Carlton, Barbados

Average humidity in December - Lower Carlton, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lower Carlton, Barbados

Average rainfall in December - Lower Carlton, 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).

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Average rainfall days in December
Lower Carlton, Barbados

Average rainfall days in December - Lower Carlton, 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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lower Carlton, Barbados

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lower Carlton, 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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lower Carlton, Barbados

Average sunshine days in December - Lower Carlton, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Lower Carlton, Barbados

Average UV index in December - Lower Carlton, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Lower Carlton, Barbados

Average cloud cover in December - Lower Carlton, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Lower Carlton, Barbados

Average visibility in December - Lower Carlton, 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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