December weather forecast
Douglas, Belize

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Douglas, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 21°C (69.8°F) and max 28°C (82.4°F).

Temperature

The high-temperature average in December for Douglas is a still moderately hot 28°C (82.4°F), staying closely aligned with November's conditions. Throughout December, Douglas anticipates an average low-temperature of 21°C (69.8°F).

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is appraised at a hot 32°C (89.6°F). Ongoing activity coupled with exposure often results in weariness and could induce heat cramps.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

October and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Douglas, in December, during 13.1 rainfall days, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Douglas, Belize, during the entire year, the rain falls for 198.4 days and collects up to 752mm (29.61") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:17. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:29 CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 8.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in December?
In December, in Douglas, the average high-temperature is 28°C (82.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 21°C (69.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in December is appraised at 32°C (89.6°F).
What are the most humid months?
The months with the highest humidity are October and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.
What is the average humidity in December?
In Douglas, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.
How many days does it rain in December?
In December, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout December, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 6min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Douglas have in December?
In Douglas, the average day length in December is 11h and 4min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:29 CST.
How long on average sun shines in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 8.2h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
How high is the UV index in December in Douglas?
In Douglas, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. 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 - Douglas, Belize
Average temperature in December
Douglas, Belize
  • Average high temperature in December: 28°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are May and August (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (25.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°C).

Average pressure in December - Douglas, Belize
Average pressure in December
Douglas, Belize
  • Average pressure in December: 1015.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Douglas, Belize
Average wind speed in December
Douglas, Belize
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (7.8km/h).

Average humidity in December - Douglas, Belize
Average humidity in December
Douglas, Belize
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (74%).

Average rainfall in December - Douglas, Belize
Average rainfall in December
Douglas, Belize
  • Average rainfall in December: 34mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (124mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (17mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Douglas, Belize
Average rainfall days in December
Douglas, Belize
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (23.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (10.1 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Douglas, Belize
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Douglas, Belize
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December - Douglas, Belize
Average sunshine days in December
Douglas, Belize
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (4.8 days).

Average UV index in December - Douglas, Belize
Average UV index in December
Douglas, Belize
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June, July and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, August, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December - Douglas, Belize
Average cloud cover in December
Douglas, Belize
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December - Douglas, Belize
Average visibility in December
Douglas, Belize
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are March and April (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are October and November (8km).

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