December weather forecast
Toa Baja, PR

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Weather in December

December in Toa Baja marks the arrival of the holiday season, offering an ideal tropical winter experience. With mildly cooler temperatures, the city maintains a soothing ambiance. Despite shorter daylight hours, the sun imparts its warmth adequately. Rainfall decreases compared to November, making for cozier winter days. The regular sea winds imparting their charm, the city splendidly wraps up the year with its delightful weather.

Temperature

Toa Baja marks the arrival of December with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 81°F (27.2°C), hardly different from November's 83.1°F (28.4°C). In December, Toa Baja experiences a marginal drop in temperature, with averages of 75.2°F (24°C) at night.

Heat index

December's heat index is calculated to be a tropical 86°F (30°C). Unrelenting activity during exposure could cause fatigue and potentially lead to heat cramps.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Toa Baja, Puerto Rico, in December, during 17.5 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Toa Baja, during the entire year, the rain falls for 223.5 days and collects up to 27.95" (710mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Toa Baja, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:59 pm AST.

Sunshine

In Toa Baja, the average sunshine in December is 6.8h.

UV index

January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

Toa Baja in December has an average high-temperature of 81°F (27.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 75.2°F (24°C). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Toa Baja, in December, it is raining for 17.5 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Toa Baja have in December?

In Toa Baja, the average day length in December is 11h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:59 pm AST.

How many hours of sunshine does Toa Baja have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Toa Baja, PR

Average temperature in December - Toa Baja, PR
  • Average high temperature in December: 81°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (79.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 75.2°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are August, September and October (78.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (73°F).

Average pressure in December
Toa Baja, PR

Average pressure in December - Toa Baja, PR
  • Average pressure in December: 29.98"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.02"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Toa Baja, PR

Average wind speed in December - Toa Baja, PR
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Toa Baja, PR

Average humidity in December - Toa Baja, PR
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July and November (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Toa Baja, PR

Average rainfall in December - Toa Baja, PR
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Toa Baja, PR

Average rainfall days in December - Toa Baja, PR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (24 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (14.2 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Toa Baja, PR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Toa Baja, PR
  • 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: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Toa Baja, PR

Average sunshine days in December - Toa Baja, PR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are October and November (3.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Toa Baja, PR

Average UV index in December - Toa Baja, PR
  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

Average cloud cover in December
Toa Baja, PR

Average cloud cover in December - Toa Baja, PR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are May, July and November (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Toa Baja, PR

Average visibility in December - Toa Baja, PR
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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