December weather forecast
Long Swamp, British Virgin Islands

December

Weather in December

December in Long Swamp, British Virgin Islands, brings a cool end to the year. The departure from the relatively wet November weather is notable, as rainfall decreases to 53mm (2.09") and humidity levels tend to decline. Long Swamp welcomes visitors with warm sunshine, complemented by the return of crisp, cool winds. A dip in temperature and a drop in daylight hours signal the arrival of wintertime. Despite the month's cooler climate, temperatures maintain their foothold in the 20s°C range, rendering a mild winter weather condition.

Temperature

December's onset sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 26.9°C (80.4°F), exhibiting a slight fluctuation from the previous month. A modest dip in temperatures to an average of 26°C (78.8°F) is observed throughout Long Swamp's December nights.

Humidity

January through March, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months in Long Swamp.

Rainfall

In Long Swamp, during December, the rain falls for 23.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 53mm (2.09") of precipitation. In Long Swamp, during the entire year, the rain falls for 262.1 days and collects up to 835mm (32.87") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 0min of daylight.
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 17:52 AST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Long Swamp in December?
During December, Long Swamp experiences an average high-temperature of 26.9°C (80.4°F) and a low-temperature of 26°C (78.8°F). In November, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised 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 in Long Swamp?
In Long Swamp, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.
How much does it rain in December?
In Long Swamp, during December, the rain falls for 23.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 53mm (2.09") of precipitation.
What is the month with the shortest days?
With an average of 11h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
What is the average length of the day in December?
The average day length in December is 11h and 3min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
On the first day of December, 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 17:52 AST.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Long Swamp?
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?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index.
How high is the UV index in December?
In Long Swamp, British Virgin Islands, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Long Swamp, British Virgin Islands
Average temperature in December
Long Swamp, 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 - Long Swamp, British Virgin Islands
Average pressure in December
Long Swamp, 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 - Long Swamp, British Virgin Islands
Average wind speed in December
Long Swamp, 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 - Long Swamp, British Virgin Islands
Average humidity in December
Long Swamp, 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 - Long Swamp, British Virgin Islands
Average rainfall in December
Long Swamp, 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 - Long Swamp, British Virgin Islands
Average rainfall days in December
Long Swamp, 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 - Long Swamp, British Virgin Islands
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Long Swamp, 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 - Long Swamp, British Virgin Islands
Average sunshine days in December
Long Swamp, 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 - Long Swamp, British Virgin Islands
Average UV index in December
Long Swamp, 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 - Long Swamp, British Virgin Islands
Average cloud cover in December
Long Swamp, 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 - Long Swamp, British Virgin Islands
Average visibility in December
Long Swamp, 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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