December weather forecast
Los Aguacates, Dominican Republic

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Los Aguacates, Dominican Republic, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21°C (69.8°F) and 28.1°C (82.6°F).

Temperature

The start of December sees the average high-temperature at a still moderately hot 28.1°C (82.6°F), showing little difference from November's 29.1°C (84.4°F). During December, the temperature in Los Aguacates is averaged to a low of 21°C (69.8°F) at night.

Heat index

December's heat index is computed to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are October through December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Los Aguacates, in December, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 12mm (0.47") of accumulated precipitation. In Los Aguacates, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.6 days and collects up to 448mm (17.64") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Los Aguacates, with an average of 11h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 18:14 AST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

January through April, August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
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. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is December in Los Aguacates?
Los Aguacates in December has an average high-temperature of 28.1°C (82.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 21°C (69.8°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the most humid month in Los Aguacates?
The months with the highest humidity are October through December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.
What is the average humidity in December in Los Aguacates?
The average relative humidity in December in Los Aguacates, Dominican Republic, is 81%.
How much does it rain in Los Aguacates in December?
In Los Aguacates, in December, during 9.9 rainfall days, 12mm (0.47") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Los Aguacates?
December has the shortest days of the year in Los Aguacates, Dominican Republic, with an average of 11h and 0min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Los Aguacates have in December?
The average day length in December in Los Aguacates is 11h and 2min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Los Aguacates?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 18:14 AST.
How many hours of sunshine does Los Aguacates have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Los Aguacates is 9.2h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Los Aguacates?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index reading in December in Los Aguacates?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Los Aguacates, Dominican Republic, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Los Aguacates, Dominican Republic
Average temperature in December
Los Aguacates, Dominican Republic
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (20.2°C).

Average pressure in December - Los Aguacates, Dominican Republic
Average pressure in December
Los Aguacates, Dominican Republic
  • Average pressure in December: 1015.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Los Aguacates, Dominican Republic
Average wind speed in December
Los Aguacates, Dominican Republic
  • Average wind speed in December: 11km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (8.5km/h).

Average humidity in December - Los Aguacates, Dominican Republic
Average humidity in December
Los Aguacates, Dominican Republic
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October, November and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (77%).

Average rainfall in December - Los Aguacates, Dominican Republic
Average rainfall in December
Los Aguacates, Dominican Republic
  • Average rainfall in December: 12mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (86mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (9mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Los Aguacates, Dominican Republic
Average rainfall days in December
Los Aguacates, Dominican Republic
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Los Aguacates, Dominican Republic
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Los Aguacates, 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: 9h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are January, September and November (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December - Los Aguacates, Dominican Republic
Average sunshine days in December
Los Aguacates, Dominican Republic
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December - Los Aguacates, Dominican Republic
Average UV index in December
Los Aguacates, Dominican Republic
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, August, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December - Los Aguacates, Dominican Republic
Average cloud cover in December
Los Aguacates, Dominican Republic
  • Average cloud cover in December: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 35).
The months with the least cloud cover are January, September and October (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December - Los Aguacates, Dominican Republic
Average visibility in December
Los Aguacates, Dominican Republic
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).

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