Weather in December
December in
Haiti marks the onset of the dry season, characterized by lower rainfall levels and mild temperatures. The country experiences average temperatures ranging from 21°C (69.8°F) to 29°C (84.2°F), reflecting the continued cooling trend from
November.
Port-au-Prince follows this pattern, with temperatures typically fluctuating between 21°C (69.8°F) to 29°C (84.2°F). The city sees a further decrease in rainfall, receiving approximately 33mm (1.3") of precipitation, making December one of the driest months of the year. Kenscoff, located at a higher altitude, experiences cooler temperatures, particularly during the night, and a significant reduction in rainfall compared to November.
The length of daylight in December reduces slightly, with the sun shining for about 9 hours per day. Despite the reduced daylight and rainfall, there are still considerable opportunities for outdoor activities during the drier parts of the day. Sea temperatures off Haiti's coast decrease slightly to 26°C (78.8°F) but remain warm enough for water activities.
Compared to November, December experiences a further decrease in both temperature and rainfall. These conditions are characteristic of the winter season, which is typically Haiti's driest period of the year. Although December does not register extreme weather conditions, its consistently mild temperatures and low rainfall provide a pleasant climate for both residents and visitors, making it a popular month for tourism in Haiti.
- Port-au-Prince - December »
In Port-au-Prince during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 19mm (0.75") of precipitation. In Port-au-Prince in December, the average water temperature is 28.3°C (82.9°F). - Cap-Haitien - December »
In Cap-Haitien, December represents the end of the year with a dip in rainfall to 178mm (7.01") and coolest sea temperatures, while continuing to enjoy warm air temperatures. During January, February and December, Cap-Haitien experiences its lowest temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 29°C (84.2°F). - Carrefour - December »
In Carrefour in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 19mm (0.75") of precipitation is typically accumulated. December has the shortest days of the year in Carrefour with an average of 11h and 0min of daylight. - Delmas - December »
February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Delmas, Haiti. February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Delmas, Haiti. - Croix-des-Bouquets - December »
The month with the shortest days in Croix-des-Bouquets is December, with an average of 11h and 0min of daylight. December in Croix-des-Bouquets marks the year’s end with a significant drop in rainfall, registering at just 19mm (0.75") spread over 10.5 days. - Les Cayes - December »
December gets cooler and drier, recording the least rainfall of 68mm (2.68"), and announces the advent of the holiday month in Les Cayes, Haiti. The temperature in Les Cayes hits its lowest levels in January, February and December, recording an average high-temperature of 29°C (84.2°F). - Jacmel - December »
In Jacmel during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of precipitation. In Jacmel, in December, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 13mm (0.51") of accumulated precipitation. - Saint-Marc - December »
January and December are months with the least rain in Saint-Marc when the rain falls for 8.5 days and typically aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of rain. The months with the least rainfall in Saint-Marc are January and December Rain falls for 8.5 days and accumulates 13mm (0.51") of rain. - Port-de-Paix - December »
On the first day of December in Port-de-Paix, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:10. In Port-de-Paix in December, the average water temperature is 27.8°C (82°F). - Jeremie - December »
Weather symmetry closes with December, perfectly rounding off a year of diverse climatic behaviours in Jeremie, Haiti. With an average of 11h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Jeremie. - Miragoane - December »
On the first day of December in Miragoane sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 17:14. On the first day of December in Miragoane, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 17:14.