December weather forecast
Leonards, British Virgin Islands

December

Weather in December

December brings Leonards, British Virgin Islands into the dry season. The temperatures cool down slightly ranging from 26°C (78.8°F) to 26.9°C (80.4°F). Alongside, rainfall hits the low yearly mark of 53mm (2.09"), indicating drier conditions. This month is dominated by north easterly winds reflecting the winter monsoon influence. Despite reduced daylight hours, the amount of sunshine remains considerable, making it an inviting period for travelers.

Temperature

Upon the onset of December, Leonards witnesses an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.9°C (80.4°F), showing a close resemblance to the prior month. Leonards, during December nights, witnesses an average temperature marginally cooler than its daytime highs, at a still warm 26°C (78.8°F).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January through March, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Leonards, in December, it is raining for 23.2 days, with typically 53mm (2.09") of accumulated precipitation. In Leonards, during the entire year, the rain falls for 262.1 days and collects up to 835mm (32.87") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 17:40. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 17:53 AST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

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 are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Leonards in December?
December temperatures in Leonards vary between a high-temperature of 26.9°C (80.4°F) and a low-temperature of 26°C (78.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in November is estimated at 31°C (87.8°F).
What are the least humid months?
January through March, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.
What is the average humidity in December?
The average relative humidity in December is 75%.
How many days does it rain in December?
In Leonards, in December, during 23.2 rainfall days, 53mm (2.09") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 0min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December?
In December, the average day length is 11h and 3min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
On the first day of December in Leonards, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 17:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 17:53 AST.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Leonards?
With an average of 6.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.
How long on average sun shines in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
How high is the UV index in December in Leonards?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Leonards is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Leonards, British Virgin Islands
Average temperature in December
Leonards, British Virgin Islands
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (28.9°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and March (25.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (24.7°C).

Average pressure in December - Leonards, British Virgin Islands
Average pressure in December
Leonards, British Virgin Islands
  • Average pressure in December: 1015.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Leonards, British Virgin Islands
Average wind speed in December
Leonards, British Virgin Islands
  • Average wind speed in December: 23.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (24.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (18.2km/h).

Average humidity in December - Leonards, British Virgin Islands
Average humidity in December
Leonards, British Virgin Islands
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March, October and December (75%).

Average rainfall in December - Leonards, British Virgin Islands
Average rainfall in December
Leonards, British Virgin Islands
  • Average rainfall in December: 53mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are August and October (113mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (28mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Leonards, British Virgin Islands
Average rainfall days in December
Leonards, British Virgin Islands
  • Average rainfall days in December: 23.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (24.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (17.5 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Leonards, British Virgin Islands
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Leonards, British Virgin Islands
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 0min

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December - Leonards, British Virgin Islands
Average sunshine days in December
Leonards, British Virgin Islands
  • Average sunshine days in December: 4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (7.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (1.7 days).

Average UV index in December - Leonards, British Virgin Islands
Average UV index in December
Leonards, British Virgin Islands
  • 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 - Leonards, British Virgin Islands
Average cloud cover in December
Leonards, British Virgin Islands
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are May, July and August (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December - Leonards, British Virgin Islands
Average visibility in December
Leonards, British Virgin Islands
  • 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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