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 snowfall days in December
- Average sea temperature 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
December
Weather in December
Temperature
December brings a marginal elevation to a still warm 27.4°C (81.3°F) from November's 28.2°C (82.8°F) in Palmar de Ocoa's average high-temperatures. In December, the average low-temperature records at an agreeable 21.5°C (70.7°F) during the nights.Heat index
The heat index for December is evaluated at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Long-standing exposure and activity could induce a feeling of tiredness and lead to heat cramps.Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
In Palmar de Ocoa, in December, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 10mm (0.39") of accumulated precipitation. In Palmar de Ocoa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.4 days and collects up to 394mm (15.51") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through August, October through December are months without snowfall.Sea temperature
In December, the average sea temperature is 27.9°C (82.2°F).Note: For engaging in water activities including swimming and diving, temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as perfect, providing pleasure for extended durations.
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 6min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 18:17 AST.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine are February and December, with an average of 9.6h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Beware! Reflecting off water and sand, UV rays are much stronger.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in December
Palmar de Ocoa, Dominican Republic
- Average high temperature in December: 27.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.7°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 21.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°C).
Average pressure in December
Palmar de Ocoa, 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 (1012.6mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Palmar de Ocoa, Dominican Republic
- Average wind speed in December: 14.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (15km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (10.6km/h).
Average humidity in December
Palmar de Ocoa, Dominican Republic
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, September and October (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Palmar de Ocoa, Dominican Republic
- Average rainfall in December: 10mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (68mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (9mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Palmar de Ocoa, Dominican Republic
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.1 days).
Average snowfall days in December
Palmar de Ocoa, Dominican Republic
- Average snowfall days in December: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Palmar de Ocoa, Dominican Republic
- Average sea temperature in December: 27.9°C
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are September and October (29.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (26.4°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Palmar de Ocoa, Dominican Republic
- Average daylight in December: 11h and 1min
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 6min).
- Average sunshine in December: 9h and 4min
The months with the most sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Palmar de Ocoa, Dominican Republic
- Average sunshine days in December: 20.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Palmar de Ocoa, Dominican Republic
- Average UV index in December: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in December
Palmar de Ocoa, Dominican Republic
- Average cloud cover in December: 20
The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
Average visibility in December
Palmar de Ocoa, 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).
