December weather forecast
Estebania, Dominican Republic

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Estebania, Dominican Republic, with an average temperature ranging between min 18.8°C (65.8°F) and max 27.5°C (81.5°F).

Temperature

An average high-temperature of a still warm 27.5°C (81.5°F) marks December, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in November. During the nights in December, Estebania experiences a consistent average temperature of 18.8°C (65.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index for December is appraised at a tropical 30°C (86°F). Prolonged exposure and physical activity might induce exhaustion, potentially causing heat cramps.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Estebania, Dominican Republic, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 17mm (0.67") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 214.4 rainfall days, and 598mm (23.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of December, in Estebania, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 18:17 AST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January and December, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during December leads to these advisories:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Estebania, is 27.5°C (81.5°F) and the average low-temperature is 18.8°C (65.8°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Estebania, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 17mm (0.67") of precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Estebania?

With an average of 11h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Estebania have in December?

The average day length in December is 11h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 18:17 AST.

What is the month with the most sunshine?

The months with the most sunshine are January and December, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 9.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Estebania, Dominican Republic

Average temperature in December - Estebania, Dominican Republic
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Estebania, Dominican Republic

Average pressure in December - Estebania, Dominican Republic
  • Average pressure in December: 1015.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Estebania, Dominican Republic

Average wind speed in December - Estebania, Dominican Republic
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (9.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (7.1km/h).

Average humidity in December
Estebania, Dominican Republic

Average humidity in December - Estebania, Dominican Republic
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Estebania, Dominican Republic

Average rainfall in December - Estebania, Dominican Republic
  • Average rainfall in December: 17mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (93mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (10mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Estebania, Dominican Republic

Average rainfall days in December - Estebania, Dominican Republic
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (23.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.8 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Estebania, Dominican Republic

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Estebania, Dominican Republic
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 0min

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Estebania, Dominican Republic

Average sunshine days in December - Estebania, Dominican Republic
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (4.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Estebania, Dominican Republic

Average UV index in December - Estebania, Dominican Republic
  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

Average cloud cover in December
Estebania, Dominican Republic

Average cloud cover in December - Estebania, Dominican Republic
  • Average cloud cover in December: 16

The months with the most cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 28).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in December
Estebania, Dominican Republic

Average visibility in December - Estebania, Dominican Republic
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and October (9km).

Estebania, Dominican Republic

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