December weather - Winter 2024 - Road Town, British Virgin Islands

Weather in December
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Average pressure in December
Average wind speed in December
Average humidity in December
Average rainfall in December
Average rainfall days in December
Average daylight in December
Average sunshine in December
Average sunshine days in December
Average UV index in December
Average cloud cover in December
Average visibility in December

A view of the Road Town in the British Virgin Islands from the Mount Sage National Park in Tortola

Weather in December

December brings the year to a close with a welcoming drop in temperature in Road Town, British Virgin Islands. The cooling trend initiated in November continues on through December, providing residents with a pleasing contrast to the otherwise tropical heat. The decrease in temperature is complemented by a decline in rainfall frequency. The temperature markers for December range between 26°C (78.8°F) and 26.9°C (80.4°F), paving the way for a more temperate season as the year draws to a close.

Temperature

The unfolding of December shows an average high-temperature of a still warm 26.9°C (80.4°F), indicating a slight variance from November's 27.9°C (82.2°F). Road Town's evenings during December maintain an average temperature of 26°C (78.8°F), aligning closely with the daytime temperatures.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 23.2 days. Throughout December, 53mm (2.09") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 262.1 rainfall days, and 835mm (32.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

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

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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in December translates into this advice:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Updated: Jun 4, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Road Town?

The high-temperature during December is 26.9°C (80.4°F) and the low-temperature is 26°C (78.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in November is calculated to be 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 Road Town, British Virgin Islands, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Road Town, 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?

The month with the shortest days in Road Town is December, with an average of 11h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Road Town have in December?

The average day length in December is 11h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / 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 17:53 AST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Road Town is 6.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Road Town, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

27.9°C 82.2°F

26.9°C 80.4°F

26.3°C 79.3°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

20.8km/h 12.9mph

24.9km/h 15.5mph

24.7km/h 15.3mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

2.5

5.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

40%

37%

Average visibility

10km 6.2mi

Average temperature in December
Road Town, 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
Road Town, 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
Road Town, 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
Road Town, 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
Road Town, 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
Road Town, 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
Road Town, 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
Road Town, 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
Road Town, 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
Road Town, 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
Road Town, 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).

December weather forecast
Road Town, British Virgin Islands

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