December weather forecast
Marsh Harbour, The Bahamas

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Weather in December

Concluding the year, December reflects the winter essence in Marsh Harbour's weather. Despite being the coldest month, the temperature lows possibly drop only to a comfortable 16°C, the lowest for the year, dismissing any extreme cold. Precipitation slightly reduces to 54mm over 12 days, maintaining a balance with the declining temperatures. The sea temperature gradually cools, indicating the onset of winter. The city is moderately sunny and combined with the comfortably cool weather, makes December perfect for a holiday escape.

Temperature

The average high-temperature in Marsh Harbour, The Bahamas, is a still moderately hot 24°C in December, hardly different from the 26°C recorded in November. Marsh Harbour observes an average low-temperature of 16°C during December.

Rainfall

In Marsh Harbour, The Bahamas, during December, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 54mm of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 175 rainfall days, and 1106mm of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature in Marsh Harbour is 24.6°C.
Note: Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 24.6°C water may be enjoyable. (FYI: The official water temperature required for the Olympic swimming competition is 25°C to 28°C.)

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 17:15. On the last day of December, in Marsh Harbour, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 17:26 EST.

Sunshine

January, February, September through December, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Marsh Harbour, The Bahamas, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Caution! The Sun's UV rays become stronger due to reflections from water and sand.
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FAQ

What is the average December temperature in Marsh Harbour?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Marsh Harbour during December are 24°C and 16°C respectively.

How many days does it rain in December in Marsh Harbour?

In December, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout December, 54mm of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the water temperature in December in Marsh Harbour?

In Marsh Harbour, The Bahamas, in December, the average water temperature is 24.6°C. Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 24.6°C water may be enjoyable.

What is the month with the shortest days in Marsh Harbour?

The month with the shortest days in Marsh Harbour is December, with an average of 10h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Marsh Harbour?

In December, the average day length in Marsh Harbour, The Bahamas, is 10h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Marsh Harbour?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 17:15. On the last day of the month, in Marsh Harbour, The Bahamas, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 17:26 EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Marsh Harbour?

January, February, September through December, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Marsh Harbour.

How many hours of sunshine does Marsh Harbour have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Marsh Harbour?

The months with the lowest UV index in Marsh Harbour, The Bahamas, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in December in Marsh Harbour?

In Marsh Harbour, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Marsh Harbour, The Bahamas

Average temperature in December - Marsh Harbour, The Bahamas
  • Average high temperature in December: 24°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (31°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (23°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July, August and September (24°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (15°C).

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Average rainfall in December
Marsh Harbour, The Bahamas

Average rainfall in December - Marsh Harbour, The Bahamas
  • Average rainfall in December: 54mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (155mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (45mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Marsh Harbour, The Bahamas

Average rainfall days in December - Marsh Harbour, The Bahamas
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are August and September (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (7 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Marsh Harbour, The Bahamas

Average sea temperature in December - Marsh Harbour, The Bahamas
  • Average sea temperature in December: 24.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (29.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (22.8°C).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Marsh Harbour, The Bahamas

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Marsh Harbour, The Bahamas
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h

The months with the most sunshine are April, May, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February, September, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 7h).

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Average UV index in December
Marsh Harbour, The Bahamas

Average UV index in December - Marsh Harbour, The Bahamas
  • Average UV index in December: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 11).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 5).

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