Temperatures in December
It's warm in December in Puerto Plata 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 19°C and 22°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Puerto Plata in December. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Puerto Plata with hot temperatures, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights close to 21°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Mid-December
By mid-December, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 30°C, with nights close to 21°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Puerto Plata will be around 29°C, with nights close to 21°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Puerto Plata is 29°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
Precipitation in December
In December, there is an average of 141 mm of precipitation, spread over 14 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
The average precipitation chance is 44% per day this month.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in December for Puerto Plata. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Puerto Plata in December |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
29°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
30°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
29°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
141 mm | 67 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
14 days | 10 days | |
November
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 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 Puerto Plata?
After some sun? Then December isn’t the best time to be in Puerto Plata. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
The hurricane season in Puerto Plata runs from June to November.
Temperature records for Puerto Plata in December
With 32°C, Puerto Plata hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in December 2022. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 23°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 14°C to a high of 24°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Puerto Plata
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in December in Puerto Plata, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Puerto Plata
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Puerto Plata, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown 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 rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect around 14 days of rain in Puerto Plata.
Daily UV Index in December in Puerto Plata
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Puerto Plata, 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 Puerto Plata Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Puerto Plata, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in December in Puerto Plata Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Puerto Plata, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in December for Puerto Plata
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Average Weather in Puerto Plata by Month
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