December weather forecastLa Pointe, Saint Lucia
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in La Pointe, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 27.9°C (82.2°F) and 26.2°C (79.2°F).Temperature
La Pointe observes a minor difference in average high-temperatures between November's 28.7°C (83.7°F) and December's 27.9°C (82.2°F). La Pointe indicates a consistently low-temperature of 26.2°C (79.2°F) during the nights of December.Heat index
For most parts of December, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Enduring exposure and ongoing activity could cause a sense of fatigue and subsequent heat cramps.When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in La Pointe is 75%.Rainfall
In La Pointe, during December, the rain falls for 18.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 37mm (1.46") of precipitation. In La Pointe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 232.4 days and collects up to 542mm (21.34") of precipitation.Daylight
With an average of 11h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in La Pointe, Saint Lucia.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 17:34. On the last day of December, in La Pointe, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 17:47 AST.
Sunshine
With an average of 6.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in La Pointe are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in December translates into this advice:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
La Pointe, Saint Lucia
- Average high temperature in December: 27.9°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are September and October (29.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (26.8°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 26.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is September (27.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.3°C).
Average pressure in December
La Pointe, Saint Lucia
- Average pressure in December: 1013.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.3mbar).
Average wind speed in December
La Pointe, Saint Lucia
- Average wind speed in December: 24.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (26.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (18.3km/h).
Average humidity in December
La Pointe, Saint Lucia
- Average humidity in December: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (74%).
Average rainfall in December
La Pointe, Saint Lucia
- Average rainfall in December: 37mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (73mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (18mm).
Average rainfall days in December
La Pointe, Saint Lucia
- Average rainfall days in December: 18.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
La Pointe, Saint Lucia
- Average daylight in December: 11h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 6h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
La Pointe, Saint Lucia
- Average sunshine days in December: 9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (9.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.6 days).
Average UV index in December
La Pointe, Saint Lucia
- Average UV index in December: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
Average cloud cover in December
La Pointe, Saint Lucia
- Average cloud cover in December: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in December
La Pointe, Saint Lucia
- 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).
