December weather - Winter 2023 - 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 and 26.9°C, paving the way for a more temperate season as the year draws to a close.

Temperature

With the advent of December, Road Town experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 26.9°C, mirroring a close resemblance to the previous month. In Road Town, the nighttime temperature in December descends gently to an average of 26°C.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Road Town, during December, the rain falls for 23.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 53mm of precipitation. In Road Town, British Virgin Islands, during the entire year, the rain falls for 262.1 days and collects up to 835mm 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 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.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, 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 in Road Town. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in December translates into the following instructions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. 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 is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.

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FAQ

What are the temperatures in Road Town in December?

The high-temperature in Road Town during December is 26.9°C and the low-temperature is 26°C. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in November is evaluated at 31°C.

What are the least humid months in Road Town?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Road Town?

The average relative humidity in December in Road Town, British Virgin Islands, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Road Town in December?

In December, in Road Town, the rain falls for 23.2 days. Throughout December, 53mm of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Road Town?

With an average of 11h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Road Town, British Virgin Islands.

What is the average length of the day in December in Road Town?

In December, the average day length in Road Town is 11h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Road Town?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 17:40. On the last day of the month, in Road Town, British Virgin Islands, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 17:52 AST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Road Town?

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

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

In Road Town, British Virgin Islands, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.3h.

When is the highest UV index in Road Town?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Road Town?

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 Road Town?

In Road Town, British Virgin Islands, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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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

26.9°C

26.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

20.8km/h

24.9km/h

24.7km/h

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

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).

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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).

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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).

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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%).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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December weather forecast
Road Town, British Virgin Islands

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