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
Banks records a slight change with December's average high-temperatures adjusting to a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F) from November's 29.1°C (84.4°F). Banks, in the month of December, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F).Heat index
In December, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
Humidity
In Banks, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.Rainfall
In Banks, in December, it is raining for 21.6 days, with typically 48mm (1.89") of accumulated precipitation. In Banks, during the entire year, the rain falls for 279.6 days and collects up to 947mm (37.28") of precipitation.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Banks, with an average of 11h and 6min of daylight.On the first day of December in Banks, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 17:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 17:45 EST.
Sunshine
October and December, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during December morphs into the following directions:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is it in Banks in December?
What is the average humidity in December in Banks?
How much does it rain in Banks in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in Banks?
What is the average length of the day in December in Banks?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Banks?
What are the months with the least sunshine in Banks?
How long on average sun shines in December in Banks?
When is the lowest UV index in Banks?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Banks?
Average temperature in December
Banks, Jamaica
- Average high temperature in December: 28.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.8°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 20.8°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (23.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (20°C).
Average pressure in December
Banks, Jamaica
- Average pressure in December: 1014.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011.4mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Banks, Jamaica
- Average wind speed in December: 7.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (10.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.9km/h).
Average humidity in December
Banks, Jamaica
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).
Average rainfall in December
Banks, Jamaica
- Average rainfall in December: 48mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (147mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (33mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Banks, Jamaica
- Average rainfall days in December: 21.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (27.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (20.1 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Banks, Jamaica
- 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: 6h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are October and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Banks, Jamaica
- Average sunshine days in December: 4.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (7.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (2.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Banks, Jamaica
- Average UV index in December: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in December
Banks, Jamaica
- Average cloud cover in December: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are March, July, August, September and December (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
Banks, Jamaica
- Average visibility in December: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and November (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, October and December (8km).
