The weather in December in Barbados
It's hot in December in Barbados with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 25°C and 26°C.
December is a good month to be in Barbados for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Barbados. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 32°C in 2019, Barbados reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 19°C to a highest value of 27°C.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 46 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in December for Barbados
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Barbados. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Barbados | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 30°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 31°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 25°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 46 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 8 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Barbados with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 26°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 30°C, with nights around 26°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Barbados is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 25°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
The hurricane season in Barbados runs from June to November.
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The climate in Barbados is based on weather data from Bridgetown. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Barbados to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Barbados. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Barbados
Temperature in December in Barbados over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Barbados. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in December in Barbados
Total precipitation in December in Barbados over the years
Daily UV index in December in Barbados
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Barbados, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Barbados by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Barbados. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.