Average weather for Las Terrenas in December
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.
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. 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 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.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Las Terrenas is 28°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
In December, there is an average of 62 mm of precipitation, spread over 18 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Las Terrenas in December |
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30°C | 9°C | |
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31°C | 12°C | |
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28°C | -5°C | |
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62 mm | 133 mm | |
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18 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 Las Terrenas?
December is a good month to be in Las Terrenas for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
The hurricane season in Las Terrenas runs from June to November.
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.
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Daily Temperature in December in Las Terrenas
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Las Terrenas, 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 Las Terrenas
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Las Terrenas, 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 18 days of precipitation in Las Terrenas.
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.
Temperature in December in Las Terrenas over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Las Terrenas, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Las Terrenas over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Las Terrenas, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
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.































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Average weather in Las Terrenas by month
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