December weather forecast
Puerto Castilla, Honduras

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Weather in December

As December rolls in, Puerto Castilla begins to experience more pronounced cooler weather. A noticeable drop in sea and air temperature is consistent with the year-end season. The town slowly adopts a serene ambience, seldom disturbed by intermittent showers. An average wind speed of 18.9km/h (11.7mph) ensures a breezy environment, putting a crisp note to the otherwise tropical climate. The decrease in daylight hours coupled with reduced sunshine time lends a soft glow to the charming city.

Temperature

The onset of December brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 26.4°C (79.5°F), nearly matching the November temperature. Puerto Castilla experiences a minimal drop from daytime high temperatures, recording an average low-temperature of 24.9°C (76.8°F) throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Puerto Castilla, Honduras, during December, the rain falls for 23.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 169mm (6.65") of precipitation. In Puerto Castilla, during the entire year, the rain falls for 245.1 days and collects up to 1412mm (55.59") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Puerto Castilla, in December, the average water temperature is 27.3°C (81.1°F).
Note: Water temperature ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) is recognized as warm and pleasant by all, making water activities comfortable and delightful for long durations.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 17:23 CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Puerto Castilla is 6.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in December leads to these guidelines:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Caution! The Sun's UV rays become stronger due to reflections from water and sand.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Puerto Castilla in December?

The high-temperature in Puerto Castilla, Honduras, during December is 26.4°C (79.5°F) and the low-temperature is 24.9°C (76.8°F). In November, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Puerto Castilla?

In Puerto Castilla, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in Puerto Castilla in December?

In December, in Puerto Castilla, the rain falls for 23.6 days. Throughout December, 169mm (6.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

How warm is the water in December in Puerto Castilla?

In Puerto Castilla, the average seawater temperature in December is 27.3°C (81.1°F). For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days in Puerto Castilla?

December has the shortest days of the year in Puerto Castilla, Honduras, with an average of 11h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Puerto Castilla have in December?

The average day length in December in Puerto Castilla is 11h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Puerto Castilla?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:10. On the last day of the month, in Puerto Castilla, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 17:23 CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Puerto Castilla?

In Puerto Castilla, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.6h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Puerto Castilla?

The months with the highest UV index in Puerto Castilla, Honduras, are February through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

How high is the UV index in December in Puerto Castilla?

In Puerto Castilla, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
Puerto Castilla, Honduras

Average temperature in December - Puerto Castilla, Honduras
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (29.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (27.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Puerto Castilla, Honduras

Average pressure in December - Puerto Castilla, Honduras
  • Average pressure in December: 1015mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1011.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Puerto Castilla, Honduras

Average wind speed in December - Puerto Castilla, Honduras
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (26.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (16.5km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Puerto Castilla, Honduras

Average humidity in December - Puerto Castilla, Honduras
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are April, May, June and July (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Puerto Castilla, Honduras

Average rainfall in December - Puerto Castilla, Honduras
  • Average rainfall in December: 169mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (241mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (34mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Puerto Castilla, Honduras

Average rainfall days in December - Puerto Castilla, Honduras
  • Average rainfall days in December: 23.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (26.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (11.4 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Puerto Castilla, Honduras

Average sea temperature in December - Puerto Castilla, Honduras
  • Average sea temperature in December: 27.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (29.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (26.4°C).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Puerto Castilla, Honduras

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Puerto Castilla, Honduras
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are May and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Puerto Castilla, Honduras

Average sunshine days in December - Puerto Castilla, Honduras
  • Average sunshine days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (2.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Puerto Castilla, Honduras

Average UV index in December - Puerto Castilla, Honduras
  • Average UV index in December: 7

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Puerto Castilla, Honduras

Average cloud cover in December - Puerto Castilla, Honduras
  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in December
Puerto Castilla, Honduras

Average visibility in December - Puerto Castilla, Honduras
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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

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