December weather forecast
Otra Banda, Dominican Republic

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Otra Banda, is still a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23°C (73.4°F) and 27.8°C (82°F).

Temperature

Otra Banda's entry into December measures an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.8°C (82°F), closely parallel to the preceding month. Otra Banda indicates a consistently low-temperature of 23°C (73.4°F) during the nights of December.

Heat index

The heat index in December is computed to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Persistent activity under exposure might lead to a feeling of weariness, with subsequent heat cramps.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, in Otra Banda, the rain falls for 19.3 days. Throughout December, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is accumulated. In Otra Banda, 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 is December, with an average of 11h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 18:08 AST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 7.9h.

UV index

January through March 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 health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?
The high-temperature, in December, in Otra Banda, records 27.8°C (82°F), while the low-temperature is 23°C (73.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in December is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.
How many days does it rain in December?
In Otra Banda, in December, during 19.3 rainfall days, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 0min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December?
The average day length in December is 11h and 2min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 18:08 AST.
How many hours of sunshine does Otra Banda have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 7.9h.
When is the lowest UV index?
January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in December?
In Otra Banda, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Otra Banda, 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
Otra Banda, 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
Otra Banda, 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
Otra Banda, 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
Otra Banda, 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
Otra Banda, 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
Otra Banda, 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
Otra Banda, 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
Otra Banda, 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
Otra Banda, 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
Otra Banda, 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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