December weather forecastSand Hill, Belize

December

Weather in December

Rounding off the year, December brings cooler temperatures to Sand Hill. The weather is reasonably temperate, with mild winds and cooler nights. The decrease in rainfall to 82mm (3.23") from 118mm (4.65") in November accompanies the start of the pleasant winter season. The relative humidity increases to 83% from 82% in November, signaling increased misty mornings. By the end of December, the locals are fully geared up to welcome the New Year with chilling breezes and cozy blankets.

Temperature

The transition into December in Sand Hill is marked with an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.2°C (81°F), showing an insignificant shift from November's 27.9°C (82.2°F). Throughout December, Sand Hill anticipates an average low-temperature of 21.7°C (71.1°F).

Heat index

In December, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). If activity and exposure persist, they could induce fatigue, leading to possible heat cramps.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 83%, December is the most humid month in Sand Hill.

Rainfall

In Sand Hill, in December, it is raining for 21.4 days, with typically 82mm (3.23") of accumulated precipitation. In Sand Hill, Belize, during the entire year, the rain falls for 262.3 days and collects up to 1335mm (52.56") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Sand Hill, Belize, is December, with an average of 11h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 17:17. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 17:29 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6.1h.

UV index

January, February, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. 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. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.

Updated: Jan 30, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in December, in Sand Hill, is 27.2°C (81°F), while the average low-temperature is 21.7°C (71.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in December is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).

With an average relative humidity of 83%, December is the most humid month in Sand Hill, Belize.

The average relative humidity in December in Sand Hill, Belize, is 83%.

In Sand Hill, in December, during 21.4 rainfall days, 82mm (3.23") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

With an average of 11h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Sand Hill, Belize.

In December, the average day length in Sand Hill is 11h and 6min.

On the first day of December in Sand Hill, Belize, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 17:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 17:29 CST.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

January, February, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Sand Hill, Belize.

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

27.9°C

27.2°C

26.5°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

10.7km/h

11.6km/h

12.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

4.8

7.4

9.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Sand Hill, Belize

Average high temperature in December: 27.2°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and September (30.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.5°C).

Average low temperature in December: 21.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°C).

Average pressure in December
Sand Hill, Belize

Average pressure in December: 1015.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Sand Hill, Belize

Average wind speed in December: 10.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (13.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (9.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Sand Hill, Belize

Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Sand Hill, Belize

Average rainfall in December: 82mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (215mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (31mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Sand Hill, Belize

Average rainfall days in December: 21.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (14.3 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sand Hill, Belize

Average daylight in December: 11h and 6min

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: 6h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sand Hill, Belize

Average sunshine days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (12.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (1.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Sand Hill, 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
Sand Hill, Belize

Average cloud cover in December: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Sand Hill, Belize

Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are October and November (9km).