December weather - Winter 2024 - Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

Weather in December
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Average pressure in December
Average wind speed in December
Average humidity in December
Average rainfall in December
Average rainfall days in December
Average sea temperature in December
Average daylight in December
Average sunshine in December
Average sunshine days in December
Average UV index in December
Average cloud cover in December
Average visibility in December

Beautiful calm waters overlooking the lovely white sandy beach near Cockburn Town, in the Turks and Caicos Islands

Weather in December

December ushers in a further decrease in rainfall to 41mm (1.61"), thereby continuing the trend from November. This reduction in rainfall creates comparably drier conditions in Cockburn Town. The air pressure increases offering stable and comforting weather conditions as Turks and Caicos Islands approach the end of the year. Decreased daylight hours sync with the holiday vibe during this time. Despite slight changes, December continues the tradition of warm and enjoyable weather, wrapping up the year pleasantly in the tropical island city.

Temperature

With the onset of December in Cockburn Town, a modest change to a still warm 26.2°C (79.2°F) from November's 27.3°C (81.1°F) is noted in high-temperature. Cockburn Town's average nighttime temperature in December modestly descends to a still warm 25.4°C (77.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Cockburn Town is 76%.

Rainfall

In Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands, in December, during 19.7 rainfall days, 41mm (1.61") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cockburn Town, there are 215.3 rainfall days, and 681mm (26.81") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature is 27°C (80.6°F).
Note: In water activities such as swimming and diving, temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are deemed highly pleasurable for extended periods without any unease.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Cockburn Town, with an average of 10h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Cockburn Town, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 17:13 EST.

Sunshine

In Cockburn Town, the average sunshine in December is 8.3h.

UV index

March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take caution! The UV rays from the Sun gain strength from sand and water reflections.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Cockburn Town?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Cockburn Town are 26.2°C (79.2°F) and 25.4°C (77.7°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in November is computed to be 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Cockburn Town?

In Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in Cockburn Town in December?

In December, the rain falls for 19.7 days. Throughout December, 41mm (1.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

How warm is the water in December in Cockburn Town?

In December, the average sea temperature is 27°C (80.6°F). Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is regarded as very warm and enjoyable by all. With these temperatures, water activities are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable for prolonged periods.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cockburn Town?

December has the shortest days of the year in Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands, with an average of 10h and 54min of daylight.

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

In Cockburn Town, the average day length in December is 10h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Cockburn Town?

On the first day of December in Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 17:13 EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cockburn Town have in December?

In Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands, the average sunshine duration in December is 8.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Cockburn Town?

The months with the lowest UV index in Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands, are March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in December in Cockburn Town?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Cockburn Town is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

27.3°C 81.1°F

26.2°C 79.2°F

25.4°C 77.7°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

25.4km/h 15.8mph

28.5km/h 17.7mph

27.6km/h 17.1mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

21.2

19.7

16.3

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

5.4

7.1

10.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

40%

39%

Average visibility

10km 6.2mi

Average temperature in December
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

Average high temperature in December: 26.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (25.1°C).

Average low temperature in December: 25.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (27.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (23.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

Average pressure in December: 1016.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

Average wind speed in December: 27.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (28.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (21.6km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

Average rainfall in December: 41mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (112mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (27mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

Average rainfall days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.9 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

Average sea temperature in December: 27°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August, September and October (29°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (26°C).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

Average daylight in December: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

Average sunshine in December: 8h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and November (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

Average sunshine days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (11.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (4.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are March and December (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in December
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

Average cloud cover in December: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

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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December weather forecast
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

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