December weather forecast
Somoto, Nicaragua

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Weather in December

Closing the year, December in Somoto, Nicaragua, brings back a drier weather pattern, with a mere 6mm (0.24") of rain reported. The temperature during December is fairly consistent with November, maintaining a warm yet comfortable climate. The reduction in rainfall and return to a drier environment is accompanied by slightly fewer sunlight hours. With the least rainfall across the year, December introduces a bright and dry climate, heralding the onset of a new cycle of weather patterns in Somoto.

Temperature

December is the coldest month of the year in Somoto, registering average temperatures as high as 26.1°C (79°F) and as low as 16.6°C (61.9°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Somoto, Nicaragua, during December, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 6mm (0.24") of precipitation. In Somoto, during the entire year, the rain falls for 204.5 days and collects up to 1069mm (42.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:17. On the last day of December, in Somoto, Nicaragua, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:30 CST.

Sunshine

In Somoto, the average sunshine in December is 7.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Somoto are January through April, June through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during December translates into the following guidance:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Somoto?

Somoto, Nicaragua, experiences its lowest temperatures in December, with an average peak of 26.1°C (79°F) and a low of 16.6°C (61.9°F).

What is the average December temperature in Somoto?

The high-temperature, in December, in Somoto, records 26.1°C (79°F), while the low-temperature is 16.6°C (61.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Somoto?

In Somoto, Nicaragua, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Somoto in December?

In December, in Somoto, Nicaragua, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Somoto?

With an average of 11h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Somoto have in December?

In December, the average day length in Somoto, Nicaragua, is 11h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Somoto?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:17. On the last day of the month, in Somoto, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:30 CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Somoto?

The average sunshine duration in December in Somoto, Nicaragua, is 7.1h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Somoto?

January through April, June through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Somoto?

In Somoto, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Somoto, Nicaragua

Average temperature in December - Somoto, Nicaragua
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (32°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (20.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Somoto, Nicaragua

Average pressure in December - Somoto, Nicaragua
  • Average pressure in December: 1013.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1014.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Somoto, Nicaragua

Average wind speed in December - Somoto, Nicaragua
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Somoto, Nicaragua

Average humidity in December - Somoto, Nicaragua
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (63%).

Average rainfall in December
Somoto, Nicaragua

Average rainfall in December - Somoto, Nicaragua
  • Average rainfall in December: 6mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (227mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (4mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Somoto, Nicaragua

Average rainfall days in December - Somoto, Nicaragua
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (27.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.5 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Somoto, Nicaragua

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Somoto, Nicaragua
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 2min

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: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Somoto, Nicaragua

Average sunshine days in December - Somoto, Nicaragua
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (1.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Somoto, Nicaragua

Average UV index in December - Somoto, Nicaragua
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, September and October (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Somoto, Nicaragua

Average cloud cover in December - Somoto, Nicaragua
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Somoto, Nicaragua

Average visibility in December - Somoto, Nicaragua
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The month with the highest visibility is April (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are September and October (6km).

Somoto, Nicaragua

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