Dominican RepublicAverage weather for Santo Domingo in December
It's hot in December in Santo Domingo with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 21°C and 23°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Santo Domingo with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 23°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 31°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 Santo Domingo is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Santo Domingo is 29°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
In December, there is an average of 59 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Northeast.
Santo Domingo in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
31°C | 9°C | |
 Max. temperature |
31°C | 12°C | |
| Min. temperature |
30°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
59 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy days |
9 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 Santo Domingo?
December is a good month to be in Santo Domingo for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
The hurricane season in Santo Domingo runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2019, Santo Domingo reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 16°C to a highest value of 24°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Santo Domingo
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Santo Domingo, 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 Santo Domingo
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Santo Domingo, 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 9 days of precipitation in Santo Domingo.
Daily UV index in December in Santo Domingo
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Santo Domingo, 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 Santo Domingo over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Santo Domingo, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Santo Domingo over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Santo Domingo, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for Santo Domingo
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Average weather in Santo Domingo by month
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