December weather forecast
Easington, Jamaica

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Easington, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.4°C (72.3°F) and max 27.8°C (82°F).

Temperature

Easington marks the onset of December with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.8°C (82°F), subtly divergent from November's 28.6°C (83.5°F). During December, the temperature is averaged to a low of 22.4°C (72.3°F) at night.

Heat index

For most parts of December, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 32°C (89.6°F). With extended exposure and activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.

Humidity

In Easington, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 25.7 days. Throughout December, 76mm (2.99") of precipitation is accumulated. In Easington, Jamaica, during the entire year, the rain falls for 310.9 days and collects up to 1286mm (50.63") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Easington, with an average of 11h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Easington, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 17:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 17:41 EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through May, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Easington. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Easington in December?
Easington in December has an average high-temperature of 27.8°C (82°F) and an average low-temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in December is calculated to be 32°C (89.6°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Easington?
In December, the average relative humidity in Easington is 81%.
How many days does it rain in December in Easington?
In Easington, during December, the rain falls for 25.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 76mm (2.99") of precipitation.
What is the month with the shortest days in Easington?
With an average of 11h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Easington.
How many hours of daylight does Easington have in December?
In Easington, the average day length in December is 11h and 5min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Easington?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 17:29. On the last day of the month, in Easington, Jamaica, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 17:41 EST.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Easington?
The month with the least sunshine in Easington, Jamaica, is December, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December in Easington?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.
When is the lowest UV index in Easington?
January through May, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Easington, Jamaica.
How high is the UV index in December in Easington?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Easington, Jamaica, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Easington, Jamaica
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (24.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (21.6°C).

Average pressure in December
Easington, Jamaica
  • Average pressure in December: 1014.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Easington, Jamaica
  • Average wind speed in December: 10km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (12.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (8.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Easington, Jamaica
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Easington, Jamaica
  • Average rainfall in December: 76mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (184mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (44mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Easington, Jamaica
  • Average rainfall days in December: 25.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (28.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (22.1 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Easington, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Easington, Jamaica
  • Average sunshine days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (3.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Easington, Jamaica
  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

Average cloud cover in December
Easington, Jamaica
  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Easington, Jamaica
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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

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