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Dominican RepublicThe weather in December in Santa María
It's warm in December in Santa María 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 21°C and 23°C.
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Santa María. The temperatures are nice, and there’s 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 Santa María, 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, Santa María reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 23°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 15°C to a highest value of 26°C.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 26 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in December for Santa María
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Santa María. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Santa María | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 29°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 30°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 21°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 26 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 7 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Santa María with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 23°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 30°C, with nights around 22°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 Santa María is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 22°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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 Santa María runs from June to November.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Santa María, 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 Santa María
Temperature in December in Santa María over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Santa María, 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 Santa María
Total precipitation in December in Santa María over the years
Daily UV index in December in Santa María
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Santa María, 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 Santa María by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Santa María. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.