CubaAverage weather for Punta Cana in December
It's hot in December in Punta Cana 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 Punta Cana with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 21°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 30°C, with nights around 21°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 Punta Cana is around 30°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.
In December, there is an average of 17 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Punta Cana in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
30°C | 9°C | |
 Max. temperature |
31°C | 12°C | |
| Min. temperature |
29°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
17 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy days |
5 days | 17 days | |
November
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 Punta Cana?
December is an awesome month to be in Punta Cana for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not much chance of rain this month.
The hurricane season in Punta Cana runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2016, Punta Cana reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 21°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 14°C to a highest value of 24°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Punta Cana
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Punta Cana, 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 Punta Cana
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Punta Cana, 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 5 days of precipitation in Punta Cana.
Daily UV index in December in Punta Cana
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Punta Cana, 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 Punta Cana over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Punta Cana, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Punta Cana over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Punta Cana, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for Punta Cana
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Average weather in Punta Cana by month
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