December weather forecast
Montserrat

December in Montserrat marks the transition into the dry season and is characterized by lower rainfall and cooler temperatures. The average rainfall during December is approximately 85mm (3.35"), indicating a significant decrease from the 110mm (4.33") experienced in November. This marks December as one of the drier months of the year, signalling the end of the wet season.

In terms of temperature, December sees averages ranging from 24°C (75.2°F) to 27°C (80.6°F). These temperatures, while still comfortable and warm, are cooler compared to the preceding months, reflecting the island's transition into the cooler part of the year.

When comparing December with its adjacent months, there is a substantial decrease in rainfall from November, and this trend towards drier conditions generally continues into the early months of the new year. Similarly, temperatures in December are slightly cooler than in November, with further cooling anticipated as the island moves into January.

Despite Montserrat's small size, slight variations in weather conditions due to differences in altitude persist. Areas around the Soufrière Hills Volcano, due to their elevated position, might experience marginally cooler temperatures.

December does not hold any extreme weather records for Montserrat, but it is significant for the onset of the dry season. With lower rainfall and cooler temperatures, the climate changes noticeably, offering a different experience compared to the wet and hot months. Despite the changes, the island retains its lush beauty, making December an attractive time for visitors seeking to enjoy the tropical landscape in relatively dry and cool conditions.

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• Plymouth - December »
  The month with the shortest days in Plymouth is December, with an average of 11h and 12min of daylight. In Plymouth January and December are characterised by the lowest temperatures, recording an average high of 29°C (84.2°F).
• Brades - December »
  On the first day of December in Brades sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 17:33. Brades closes the year with a drop in sea temperature to 27.7°C (81.9°F) in December, marking the arrival of slightly cooler conditions.
• Harris - December »
  November and December, with an average of 6.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Harris, Montserrat. In Harris, during December, the rain falls for 24.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 56mm (2.2") of precipitation.
• Bethel - December »
  January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Bethel, Montserrat. The months with the highest UV index in Bethel, Montserrat, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
• Saint John's - December »
  With an average of 11h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Saint John's. As the year rounds off, December brings Saint John's some coolness with the sea temperature dropping to 27.4°C (81.3°F).
• Long Ground - December »
  January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Long Ground, Montserrat. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Long Ground, Montserrat.
• Frith - December »
  January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Frith, Montserrat. With an average of 11h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Frith, Montserrat.
• Tuitts - December »
  January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months in Tuitts, Montserrat. The months with the lowest UV index in Tuitts, Montserrat, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.