December weather forecast
Jamaica, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Jamaica, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 21.4°F (-5.9°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C) in November to a wintry 32.9°F (0.5°C). Throughout December, Jamaica encounters an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, in Jamaica, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Jamaica, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.7 days and collects up to 26.65" (677mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Jamaica, there are 37.2 snowfall days, and 13.35" (339mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Jamaica is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Jamaica, records 32.9°F (0.5°C), while the low-temperature is 21.4°F (-5.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in Jamaica in December?

In Jamaica, in December, during 5.5 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Jamaica, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Jamaica have in December?

In Jamaica, the average day length in December is 9h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Jamaica have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Jamaica?

In Jamaica, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Jamaica, IA

Average temperature in December - Jamaica, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14°F).

Average pressure in December
Jamaica, IA

Average pressure in December - Jamaica, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Jamaica, IA

Average wind speed in December - Jamaica, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Jamaica, IA

Average humidity in December - Jamaica, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Jamaica, IA

Average rainfall in December - Jamaica, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Jamaica, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Jamaica, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Jamaica, IA

Average snowfall in December - Jamaica, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Jamaica, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Jamaica, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Jamaica, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Jamaica, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Jamaica, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Jamaica, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October, November and December (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Jamaica, IA

Average UV index in December - Jamaica, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Jamaica, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Jamaica, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Jamaica, IA

Average visibility in December - Jamaica, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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