Average weather for Jamaica in December
It's hot in December in Jamaica 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 19°C and 21°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Jamaica with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 21°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 30°C, with nights around 21°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 Jamaica is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In December, there is an average of 36 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Jamaica in December |
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30°C | 9°C | |
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31°C | 12°C | |
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29°C | -5°C | |
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36 mm | 133 mm | |
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11 days | 17 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is December a good time to visit Jamaica?
December is a good month to be in Jamaica for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
The hurricane season in Jamaica runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2016, Jamaica reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 23°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 25°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Jamaica
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Jamaica, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Jamaica
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Jamaica, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect about 11 days of precipitation in Jamaica.
Daily UV index in December in Jamaica
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Jamaica, 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.
Temperature in December in Jamaica over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Jamaica, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Jamaica over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Jamaica, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for Jamaica
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Jamaica. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Jamaica by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Jamaica. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.