December weather forecast
George Town, The Bahamas

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Weather in December

December encompasses the spirit of winter in George Town. The weather corroborates with a significant drop in rain and temperature to 48mm (1.89") and 26°C (78.8°F) respectively. Holidaymakers seek the comfort of warm beverages as the sea temperatures drop to their lowest annual level of 26°C (78.8°F). Despite the drop in temperatures, George Town is a burst of sunshine, illuminating lives for 10.7 hours on average. As another year concludes, anticipation builds for the weather variations that the new year would usher.

Temperature

George Town starts December with an average high-temperature of a still warm 26°C (78.8°F), hinting at a minimal fluctuation from November. George Town cools down to an average low-temperature of 20°C (68°F) throughout the month of December.

Rainfall

In George Town, in December, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 48mm (1.89") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in George Town, there are 158 rainfall days, and 990mm (38.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In George Town, in December, the average water temperature is 26°C (78.8°F).
Note: Temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) in water are ideal for swimming, diving, and other activities, providing enjoyment and comfort for extended durations.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 17:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 17:27 EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in George Town are January, February, June, September through December, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Attention! UV radiation is markedly stronger with water and sand reflections.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in George Town?

In George Town, 26°C (78.8°F) is the average high-temperature and 20°C (68°F) is the average low-temperature during December.

How many days does it rain in December in George Town?

In George Town, during December, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 48mm (1.89") of precipitation.

What is the sea water temperature in December in George Town?

In George Town, the average seawater temperature in December is 26°C (78.8°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 George Town?

With an average of 10h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in George Town, The Bahamas.

How many hours of daylight does George Town have in December?

In George Town, The Bahamas, the average day length in December is 10h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in George Town?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 17:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 17:27 EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in George Town?

The months with the least sunshine in George Town, The Bahamas, are January, February, June, September through December, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in George Town?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in George Town?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in George Town, The Bahamas.

What is the UV index reading in December in George Town?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in George Town, The Bahamas, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
George Town, The Bahamas

Average temperature in December - George Town, The Bahamas
  • Average high temperature in December: 26°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (32°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (25°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (25°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (19°C).

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Average rainfall in December
George Town, The Bahamas

Average rainfall in December - George Town, The Bahamas
  • Average rainfall in December: 48mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (168mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (22mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
George Town, The Bahamas

Average rainfall days in December - George Town, The Bahamas
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are August, September and October (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (7 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
George Town, The Bahamas

Average sea temperature in December - George Town, The Bahamas
  • Average sea temperature in December: 26°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July, August, September and October (29°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (25°C).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
George Town, The Bahamas

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - George Town, The Bahamas
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h

The months with the most sunshine are March, April, May, July and August (Average sunshine: 8h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February, June, September, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 7h).

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Average UV index in December
George Town, The Bahamas

Average UV index in December - George Town, The Bahamas
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 6).

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