December weather forecastSouth District, Barbados
December weather for South District, Barbados: The first month of the winter, December, is still a warm month in South District, Barbados, 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). In South District, Barbados, during December, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 30mm (1.18") of precipitation.
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a warm month in South District, Barbados, 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
South District's shift into December is marked by a subtle change to a still warm 27.6°C (81.7°F) from November's 28.2°C (82.8°F) in temperature. A modest dip in temperatures to an average of 26.5°C (79.7°F) is observed throughout South District's December nights.Heat index
In December, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). With unrelenting exposure and activity, one might experience exhaustion, leading to potential heat cramps.Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for 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
The average relative humidity in December is 76%.Rainfall
In South District, Barbados, during December, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 30mm (1.18") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in South District, there are 233.8 rainfall days, and 706mm (27.8") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in South District, Barbados, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 17:29. On the last day of December, in South District, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:42 AST.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.UV index
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 in South District are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in December leads to these guidelines:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
South District, 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
South District, 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
South District, 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
South District, 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
South District, 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
South District, 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
South District, 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
South District, 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
South District, 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
South District, 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
South District, 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).
