Contents
- 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
Weather in December
Temperature
In Higuey, Dominican Republic, the average high-temperature in December is relatively the same as in November - a still warm 27.8°C (82°F). In Higuey, Dominican Republic, the average low-temperature is 23°C (73.4°F).Heat index
In December, the average heat index is evaluated at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Exhaustion is likely with prolonged exposure and activity. Sustaining activity may result in heat cramps.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like', 'real feel', 'felt air temperature', or 'apparent temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. Additional factors like differences in body mass, height, and shape, metabolic differences, clothing, and activity influence one's weather impression. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it is vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
Humidity
In Higuey, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.Rainfall
In Higuey, during December, the rain falls for 19.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of precipitation. In Higuey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 232.2 days and collects up to 634mm (24.96") of precipitation.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Higuey, Dominican Republic, is December, with an average of 11h and 2min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of December, in Higuey, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 18:08 AST.
Sunshine
In Higuey, the average sunshine in December is 7.9h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in December interpret into the following advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Average temperature in December
Higuey, Dominican Republic
- Average high temperature in December: 27.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 23°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (25.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and March (21.9°C).
Average pressure in December
Higuey, Dominican Republic
- Average pressure in December: 1015.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.5mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Higuey, Dominican Republic
- Average wind speed in December: 12.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (12.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (9.1km/h).
Average humidity in December
Higuey, Dominican Republic
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is November (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Higuey, Dominican Republic
- Average rainfall in December: 43mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (82mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (31mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Higuey, Dominican Republic
- Average rainfall days in December: 19.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (24 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (15.9 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Higuey, Dominican Republic
- 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: 7h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Higuey, Dominican Republic
- Average sunshine days in December: 6.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (10.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (3.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Higuey, Dominican Republic
- Average UV index in December: 6
The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in December
Higuey, Dominican Republic
- Average cloud cover in December: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
Higuey, Dominican Republic
- 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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