December weather forecast
Penal, Trinidad and Tobago

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Weather in December

By December, Penal’s weather has conformed to a warm, dry setting. The average high temperature stands at 28.7°C (83.7°F) and the average low at 25.4°C (77.7°F). The rainfall further falls down to a lower average of 23mm (0.91"). Well-defined days and cool nights toward the end of the year provide an ideal atmosphere for explorations and festivities. With its lower precipitation levels and comfortable temperatures, December presents an attractive season for tourists and locals alike, offer the perfect end to the year.

Temperature

December denotes a minimal variation in the average high-temperature to a still warm 28.7°C (83.7°F) from November's 29.5°C (85.1°F). Nighttime temperatures in Penal hover around an average low of 25.4°C (77.7°F) in December, a slight descent from daytime highs.

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is estimated at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are July, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 16.6 days. Throughout December, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 202.6 rainfall days, and 599mm (23.58") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Penal, with an average of 11h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 17:55 AST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index in Penal are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Penal during December?

In December, in Penal, the average high-temperature is 28.7°C (83.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 25.4°C (77.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in December is estimated at 34°C (93.2°F).

What are the most humid months in Penal?

July, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Penal.

What is the average humidity in December in Penal?

In Penal, Trinidad and Tobago, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Penal?

In December, in Penal, Trinidad and Tobago, the rain falls for 16.6 days. Throughout December, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Penal?

The month with the shortest days in Penal is December, with an average of 11h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Penal?

The average day length in December in Penal is 11h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Penal?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of the month, in Penal, Trinidad and Tobago, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 17:55 AST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Penal?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Penal, Trinidad and Tobago, with an average of 6.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Penal have in December?

In Penal, Trinidad and Tobago, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.7h.

When is the highest UV index in Penal?

The months with the highest UV index in Penal, Trinidad and Tobago, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Penal?

The months with the lowest UV index in Penal, Trinidad and Tobago, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index reading in December in Penal?

In Penal, Trinidad and Tobago, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
Penal, Trinidad and Tobago

Average temperature in December - Penal, Trinidad and Tobago
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (30.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.4°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are September and October (26.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (24.7°C).

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Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Penal, Trinidad and Tobago
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Penal, Trinidad and Tobago

Average wind speed in December - Penal, Trinidad and Tobago
  • Average wind speed in December: 15.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (17km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12.6km/h).

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Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Penal, Trinidad and Tobago
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, November and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Penal, Trinidad and Tobago

Average rainfall in December - Penal, Trinidad and Tobago
  • Average rainfall in December: 48mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (97mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (17mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Penal, Trinidad and Tobago

Average rainfall days in December - Penal, Trinidad and Tobago
  • Average rainfall days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (11.6 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Penal, Trinidad and Tobago

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Penal, Trinidad and Tobago
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Penal, Trinidad and Tobago

Average sunshine days in December - Penal, Trinidad and Tobago
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Penal, Trinidad and Tobago

Average UV index in December - Penal, Trinidad and Tobago
  • 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Penal, Trinidad and Tobago

Average cloud cover in December - Penal, Trinidad and Tobago
  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Penal, Trinidad and Tobago

Average visibility in December - Penal, Trinidad and Tobago
  • 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).

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