Cape VerdeThe weather in December in Santa Maria
It's warm in December in Santa Maria with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 21°C and 23°C.
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Santa Maria. The temperatures are nice, and there’s 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 Santa Maria, Sal. 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 2018, Santa Maria reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 17°C to a highest value of 25°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Santa Maria is 26°C this month. Lovely temperature for a swim.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 4,7 mm of precipitation in December. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Northeast.
Daily weather in December for Santa Maria
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Santa Maria. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Santa Maria | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 27°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 28°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 21°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 4,7 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 2 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Santa Maria with hot temps, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights around 23°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 27°C, with nights around 22°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Santa Maria is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Santa Maria, Sal. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Santa Maria
Temperature in December in Santa Maria over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Santa Maria, Sal. 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 Santa Maria
Total precipitation in December in Santa Maria over the years
Daily UV index in December in Santa Maria
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Santa Maria, 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 Santa Maria by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Santa Maria. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.