December weather forecastEsperanza, Belize

December

Weather in December

December heaves a sigh of relief, seeing a further drop in rainfall to 19mm (0.75"). Temperatures stay moderate, making it an inviting month for outdoor activities, paving the way for holiday celebrations. Relative humidity and cloud coverage remain relatively unchanged from November, maintaining a semi-overcast yet enjoyable climatic disposition. Sunshine hours nudge up slightly while daylight hours sit comfortably just over 11 hours. The calm wind speed invites the essence of tranquility, wrapping up the year on a serene note in Esperanza, Belize.

Temperature

December records an average high-temperature of a still warm 26.8°C (80.2°F), indicating a minor variation from the preceding month. Throughout December, Esperanza registers a consistent average low-temperature of 17.5°C (63.5°F).

Humidity

November and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are the most humid months in Esperanza.

Rainfall

In Esperanza, during December, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 19mm (0.75") of precipitation. In Esperanza, during the entire year, the rain falls for 206.8 days and collects up to 513mm (20.2") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:20. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:33 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

In Esperanza, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during December translates into the following directions:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.

Frequently asked questions

In Esperanza, in December, the average high-temperature is 26.8°C (80.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 17.5°C (63.5°F). In November, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 32°C (89.6°F).

The months with the highest humidity are November and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

In Esperanza, in December, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 19mm (0.75") of accumulated precipitation.

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 6min of daylight.

The average day length in December is 11h and 7min.

On the first day of December in Esperanza, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:33 CST.

In Esperanza, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Esperanza, Belize

  • Average high temperature in December: 26.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (33.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (22°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°C).

Average pressure in December
Esperanza, Belize

  • Average pressure in December: 1015.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Esperanza, Belize

  • Average wind speed in December: 4.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (6.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.5km/h).

Average humidity in December
Esperanza, Belize

  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Esperanza, Belize

  • Average rainfall in December: 19mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (88mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (13mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Esperanza, Belize

  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (26.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.9 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Esperanza, Belize

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 6min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Esperanza, Belize

  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (2.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Esperanza, Belize

  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Esperanza, Belize

  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in December
Esperanza, Belize

  • Average visibility in December: 5km

The months with the highest visibility are April and May (7km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, September, November and December (5km).