December weather forecast
Buena Vista, Curaçao

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Weather in December

Closing the year, December arrives in Buena Vista with surprisingly warm weather. Heavy rains decline while temperature levels remain constant as observed in November. Contrary to other months, wind speeds rise to a commendable 30.1km/h (18.7mph). The mix of weather conditions includes more sunshine hours and lesser cloudy days. Correspondingly, December marks the sweet farewell to heavy showers and an inviting prospect of the warm year ahead.

Temperature

Buena Vista's December average high-temperature settles at a still moderately hot 27.7°C (81.9°F), showing a near match with the preceding month. Nights during December maintain a steady temperature, averaging at a still warm 26.7°C (80.1°F).

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is computed to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Exhaustion is likely with prolonged exposure and activity. Sustaining activity may result in heat cramps.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.

Humidity

October through December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 23.8 days. Throughout December, 91mm (3.58") of precipitation is accumulated. In Buena Vista, during the entire year, the rain falls for 220.5 days and collects up to 653mm (25.71") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 18:21 AST.

Sunshine

March, April and December, with an average of 8.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. 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 health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during December translates into the following guidance:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

During December, Buena Vista experiences an average high-temperature of 27.7°C (81.9°F) and a low-temperature of 26.7°C (80.1°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are October through December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Buena Vista?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Buena Vista, in December, it is raining for 23.8 days, with typically 91mm (3.58") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Buena Vista?

With an average of 11h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Buena Vista have in December?

The average day length in December is 11h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 18:21 AST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are March, April and December, with an average of 8.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Buena Vista is 8.5h.

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.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
Buena Vista, Curaçao

Average temperature in December - Buena Vista, Curaçao
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.7°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are September and October (28.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (26.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (28.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.9°C).

Average pressure in December
Buena Vista, Curaçao

Average pressure in December - Buena Vista, Curaçao
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.1mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are October and November (1010.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Buena Vista, Curaçao

Average wind speed in December - Buena Vista, Curaçao
  • Average wind speed in December: 30.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (34.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (24.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Buena Vista, Curaçao

Average humidity in December - Buena Vista, Curaçao
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October, November and December (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Buena Vista, Curaçao

Average rainfall in December - Buena Vista, Curaçao
  • Average rainfall in December: 91mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (129mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (25mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Buena Vista, Curaçao

Average rainfall days in December - Buena Vista, Curaçao
  • Average rainfall days in December: 23.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (24.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (13.9 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Buena Vista, Curaçao

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Buena Vista, Curaçao
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are March, April and December (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Buena Vista, Curaçao

Average sunshine days in December - Buena Vista, Curaçao
  • Average sunshine days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (3.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Buena Vista, Curaçao

Average UV index in December - Buena Vista, Curaçao
  • 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
Buena Vista, Curaçao

Average cloud cover in December - Buena Vista, Curaçao
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Buena Vista, Curaçao

Average visibility in December - Buena Vista, Curaçao
  • 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).

Buena Vista, Curaçao

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