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
December
Weather in December
Temperature
December's advent presents an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.7°C (81.9°F), indicating a slight variation from the conditions of the previous month. During December, the average low-temperature is an agreeable 20.5°C (68.9°F).Heat index
The heat index value during December is estimated at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Unrelenting activity during exposure could cause fatigue and potentially lead to heat cramps.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
Humidity
In Dessalines, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.Rainfall
The months with the least rainfall in Dessalines are January and December Rain falls for 8.5 days and accumulates 13mm (0.51") of rain.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Dessalines, with an average of 11h and 0min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 17:10. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 17:23 EST.
Sunshine
In Dessalines, the average sunshine in December is 7.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Dessalines in December?
What is the average humidity in December in Dessalines?
What is the driest month in Dessalines?
How much does it rain in Dessalines in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in Dessalines?
How many hours of daylight does Dessalines have in December?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Dessalines?
How long on average sun shines in December in Dessalines?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Dessalines?
What is the UV index reading in December in Dessalines?
Average temperature in December
Dessalines, Haiti
- Average high temperature in December: 27.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (30.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 20.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (23.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°C).
Average pressure in December
Dessalines, Haiti
- 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
Dessalines, Haiti
- Average wind speed in December: 10.3km/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 September (7km/h).
Average humidity in December
Dessalines, Haiti
- 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 (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Dessalines, Haiti
- Average rainfall in December: 13mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (118mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (13mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Dessalines, Haiti
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (8.5 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dessalines, Haiti
- 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: 7h and 2min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Dessalines, Haiti
- Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (3.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Dessalines, Haiti
- Average UV index in December: 6
The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in December
Dessalines, Haiti
- Average cloud cover in December: 18
The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 18).
Average visibility in December
Dessalines, Haiti
- 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).
