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Normal weather for the Dominican Republic in December

It's warm in December in the Dominican Republic with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 23°C and 25°C.

In December, there is an average of 71 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.

Dominican Republic in December

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Temperature Average Temperature
29°C 9°C
Sun High Temp
30°C 12°C
Sun Low Temp
29°C 4°C
Rain Total Precipitation
71 mm 133 mm
Rain Rainy Days
10 days 17 days

Start of December

The month of December starts in Dominican Republic with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 24°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.

Mid December

By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 29°C, with nights around 24°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.

Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers. For the daytime, light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect. In the evening and morning, a T-shirt, light pants or skirt, and a light jacket are ideal.

End of December

By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Dominican Republic is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 24°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.

Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended. For the daytime, light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect. In the evening and morning, a T-shirt, light pants or skirt, and a light jacket are ideal.

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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.

Is December a good time to visit the Dominican Republic?

Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in the Dominican Republic. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.

The hurricane season in Dominican Republic runs from June to November.

Temperature records for the Dominican Republic in December

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The climate in the Dominican Republic is based on weather data from Punta Cana. Other places, like Puerto Plata, Bávaro or Santo Domingo, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in the Dominican Republic to get the full picture of the climate.

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Daily Temperature in December in the Dominican Republic

This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for the Dominican Republic, 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 Temperature in December in the Dominican Republic

Daily Precipitation in December in the Dominican Republic

The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for the Dominican Republic, 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 10 days of precipitation in the Dominican Republic.

Daily Precipitation in December in the Dominican Republic

Daily UV Index in December in the Dominican Republic

This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in the Dominican Republic, 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.

Daily UV Index in December in the Dominican Republic

Temperature in December in the Dominican Republic Over the Years

This chart shows the average temperature in December in the Dominican Republic, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.

Temperature in December in the Dominican Republic Over the Years

Total Precipitation in December in the Dominican Republic Over the Years

This chart shows the average precipitation in December in the Dominican Republic, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.

Precipitation in December in the Dominican Republic Over the Years

Daily Climate in December for the Dominican Republic

Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in the Dominican Republic. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

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Average Weather in the Dominican Republic by Month

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


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