December weather forecast
Island Harbour, Anguilla

December

Weather in December

December, the conclusion of the calendar year, again welcomes a drier climate in Island Harbour, Anguilla. The shift towards the less rainy climate from a much wetter November is quite evident as the month progresses. Notwithstanding the decreasing rainfall, the month teems with activities, starting from open-air leisure pursuits to indoor engagements. The captivating December climate meshes impeccably with the festive ambiance of the holiday season. As colourful lights adorn streets and households, the tropical December weather accentuates the island's end-year celebrations, making it a favourite time for many to visit and relish the beauty of Island Harbour, Anguilla.

Temperature

The transition from November to December in Island Harbour brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 26.8°C (80.2°F), barely different from November's 27.9°C (82.2°F). Island Harbour, during December nights, experiences a subtle shift to a low average of 26°C (78.8°F) from the day's heat.

Humidity

January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months in Island Harbour.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 22.7 days. Throughout December, 57mm (2.24") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 247 rainfall days, and 711mm (27.99") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Island Harbour, Anguilla.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 17:34. On the last day of December, in Island Harbour, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 17:47 AST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Island Harbour are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in Island Harbour are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during December translates into the following guidance:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Island Harbour?
The high-temperature, in December, in Island Harbour, is 26.8°C (80.2°F), while the low-temperature averages to 26°C (78.8°F). In November, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the least humid month in Island Harbour?
The months with the lowest humidity are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.
What is the average humidity in December in Island Harbour?
The average relative humidity in December is 75%.
How much does it rain in Island Harbour in December?
In Island Harbour, in December, it is raining for 22.7 days, with typically 57mm (2.24") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the month with the shortest days in Island Harbour?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 6min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Island Harbour?
In Island Harbour, Anguilla, the average day length in December is 11h and 4min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Island Harbour?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 17:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 17:47 AST.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Island Harbour?
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.4h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December in Island Harbour?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Island Harbour, Anguilla, is 6.4h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Island Harbour?
The months with the highest UV index in Island Harbour are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
When is the lowest UV index in Island Harbour?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index reading in December in Island Harbour?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Island Harbour, Anguilla, is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Island Harbour, Anguilla
Average temperature in December
Island Harbour, Anguilla
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (28.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and March (25.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (24.7°C).

Average pressure in December - Island Harbour, Anguilla
Average pressure in December
Island Harbour, Anguilla
  • Average pressure in December: 1015.3mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, February and June (1016.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Island Harbour, Anguilla
Average wind speed in December
Island Harbour, Anguilla
  • Average wind speed in December: 24.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (25.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (19.2km/h).

Average humidity in December - Island Harbour, Anguilla
Average humidity in December
Island Harbour, Anguilla
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July and August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (75%).

Average rainfall in December - Island Harbour, Anguilla
Average rainfall in December
Island Harbour, Anguilla
  • Average rainfall in December: 57mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (89mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (31mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Island Harbour, Anguilla
Average rainfall days in December
Island Harbour, Anguilla
  • Average rainfall days in December: 22.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (23.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (16.9 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Island Harbour, Anguilla
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Island Harbour, Anguilla
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December - Island Harbour, Anguilla
Average sunshine days in December
Island Harbour, Anguilla
  • Average sunshine days in December: 4.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are April and October (8.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.9 days).

Average UV index in December - Island Harbour, Anguilla
Average UV index in December
Island Harbour, Anguilla
  • 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).

Average cloud cover in December - Island Harbour, Anguilla
Average cloud cover in December
Island Harbour, Anguilla
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are May, June, July and August (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December - Island Harbour, Anguilla
Average visibility in December
Island Harbour, Anguilla
  • 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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