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JamaicaThe weather in December in Santa Cruz
It's hot in December in Santa Cruz with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 24°C and 26°C.
December is a good month to be in Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz, Jamaica. 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 2019, Santa Cruz reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 22°C to a highest value of 27°C.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 51 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in December for Santa Cruz
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Santa Cruz. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Santa Cruz | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 31°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 32°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 24°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 51 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 8 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Santa Cruz with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 26°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 31°C, with nights around 25°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 Santa Cruz is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 25°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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Santa Cruz, Jamaica. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Santa Cruz
Temperature in December in Santa Cruz over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Santa Cruz, Jamaica. 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 Cruz
Total precipitation in December in Santa Cruz over the years
Daily UV index in December in Santa Cruz
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Santa Cruz, 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 Cruz by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Santa Cruz. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.