Cape VerdeThe weather in December in Santiago
It's warm in December in Santiago with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 29°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 Santiago. 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 Santiago, Cape Verde. 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 34°C in 2018, Santiago reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 23°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 17°C to a highest value of 25°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 5,5 mm of precipitation in December. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Northeast.
Daily weather in December for Santiago
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Santiago. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Santiago | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 28°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 29°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 21°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 5,5 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 2 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Santiago with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 23°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 28°C, with nights around 23°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Santiago is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 22°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 Santiago, Cape Verde. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Santiago
Temperature in December in Santiago over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Santiago, Cape Verde. 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 Santiago
Total precipitation in December in Santiago over the years
Daily UV index in December in Santiago
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Santiago, 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 Santiago by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Santiago. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.