Normal weather for Jamaica in December
It's hot in December in Jamaica with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 24°C and 26°C.
In December, there is an average of 89 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
The water temperature at Jamaica is 29°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
December is a great month to be in Jamaica for sunny weather. You’ll get high temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Jamaica in December |
United Kingdom | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
30°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
31°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
29°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
89 mm | 82 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
12 days | 12 days | |
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
The hurricane season in Jamaica runs from June to November.
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Start of December
The month of December starts in Jamaica with hot temperatures, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights close to 26°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-December
By mid-December, the average daytime temperature drops to around 30°C, with nights close to 25°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Jamaica will be around 30°C, with nights close to 25°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
Temperature records
With 36°C, Jamaica hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in December 2022. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2017. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 21°C to a high of 27°C.
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The climate of Jamaica is based on weather data from Montego Bay. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Jamaica for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in December in Jamaica
This chart shows the average daily high temperatures in December in Jamaica, measured in degrees Celsius. The bottom of the chart shows the days of December. Based on historical data, it shows the average daily temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Jamaica
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Jamaica, 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 12 days of rain in Jamaica.
Daily UV Index in December in Jamaica
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Jamaica, 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 Jamaica Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Jamaica, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in December in Jamaica Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Jamaica, 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 Jamaica
Click on a specific day in December for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Jamaica. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Jamaica by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Jamaica. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
