Dominican RepublicThe weather in December in Las Terrenas
It's hot in December in Las Terrenas with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 21°C and 22°C.
December is a good month to be in Las Terrenas for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and 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 Las Terrenas, Dominican Republic. 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 33°C in 2016, Las Terrenas reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 24°C in 2020. 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 Las Terrenas is 28°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 62 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in December for Las Terrenas
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Las Terrenas. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Las Terrenas | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 30°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 31°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 21°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 62 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 8 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Las Terrenas with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 22°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 30°C, with nights around 22°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 Las Terrenas is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 22°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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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.
The hurricane season in Las Terrenas runs from June to November.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Las Terrenas, Dominican Republic. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Las Terrenas
Temperature in December in Las Terrenas over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Las Terrenas, Dominican Republic. 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 Las Terrenas
Total precipitation in December in Las Terrenas over the years
Daily UV index in December in Las Terrenas
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Las Terrenas, 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 Las Terrenas by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Las Terrenas. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.