December weather forecast
Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic

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Weather in December

December brings a pure winter feel to Santiago De Los Caballeros' weather, making it an ideal spot for winter vacationers. The temperature drops down further, enhancing the chill in the city's air. The wind speed rises just a bit, offering a soothing wind chill factor to the residents and visitors. The city makes up for the shorter daylight span by offering an inviting sunshine duration. Despite the winter month, December gets as low as 28mm (1.1") of rain, equating to January’s rainfall and making it one of the driest months of the year.

Temperature

Santiago De Los Caballeros notes the coldest temperatures in December, with a high average of 26.9°C (80.4°F) and a low of 18°C (64.4°F).

Humidity

November and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 17 days and typically aggregates up to 28mm (1.1") of rain.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Santiago De Los Caballeros, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 18:15 AST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic, is 8.4h.

UV index

January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Santiago De Los Caballeros. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Santiago De Los Caballeros?

December is the coldest month in Santiago De Los Caballeros, exhibiting average temperatures of 26.9°C (80.4°F) at the peak and 18°C (64.4°F) at the base.

What is the average December temperature in Santiago De Los Caballeros?

Santiago De Los Caballeros in December has an average high-temperature of 26.9°C (80.4°F) and an average low-temperature of 18°C (64.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in November is estimated at 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the most humid month in Santiago De Los Caballeros?

November and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Santiago De Los Caballeros?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

What is the driest month in Santiago De Los Caballeros?

The months with the least rainfall in Santiago De Los Caballeros are January and December Rain falls for 17 days and accumulates 28mm (1.1") of rain.

How many days does it rain in December in Santiago De Los Caballeros?

In Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic, in December, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 28mm (1.1") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Santiago De Los Caballeros?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Santiago De Los Caballeros?

In Santiago De Los Caballeros, the average day length in December is 10h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Santiago De Los Caballeros?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, in Santiago De Los Caballeros, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 18:15 AST.

How many hours of sunshine does Santiago De Los Caballeros have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic, is 8.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Santiago De Los Caballeros?

January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Santiago De Los Caballeros?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Santiago De Los Caballeros is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic

Average temperature in December - Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (21.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (17.5°C).

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Average pressure in December
Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic

Average pressure in December - Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
  • Average pressure in December: 1016.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic

Average wind speed in December - Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (9.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.8km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic

Average humidity in December - Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic

Average rainfall in December - Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
  • Average rainfall in December: 28mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (101mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (28mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic

Average rainfall days in December - Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
  • Average rainfall days in December: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (13.3 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are March and November (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic

Average sunshine days in December - Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (3.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic

Average UV index in December - Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic

Average cloud cover in December - Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
  • Average cloud cover in December: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are March and November (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in December
Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic

Average visibility in December - Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and November (7km).

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