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Jamestown Weather in December

Jamestown in December sees high daytime temperatures of 23°C (73°F) and nighttime lows of 21°C (70°F). With just 9.7 mm (0.4 in) of rainfall expected, it's a dry month overall.

Rainfall in Jamestown in December

You can expect rain on around 6 days based on historical patterns, with 9.7 mm (0.4 in) average for the month. Rain days are few and the total is low, so this is a largely dry month. Any showers that do occur tend to be brief.

Temperature in Jamestown in December

December tends to be one of the perfect months in Jamestown , with 23°C (73°F) in the afternoon and 21°C (70°F) overnight. The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. With lows of 21°C (70°F), the nights are warm and generally comfortable.

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Jamestown Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C (70°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 23°C (73°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 19%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 9.7 mm (0.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
HumidityHumidity 65%  

Daily Historical Temperatures

49-year average (1977-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Jamestown typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 23°C (73°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows around 17°C (63°F).

Average temperatures in December

Daily Historical Precipitation

49-year average (1977-2025)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in December

Historical weather for Jamestown in December

Browse day-by-day weather records for Jamestown spanning 50 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Jamestown historical weather extremes in December

According to our 38 years of weather records for Jamestown , the following extremes were recorded between 1987 and 2025.

  • On December 19, 1987, temperatures climbed to 26°C (79°F), marking the warmest December day on record.
  • On December 5, 1998, Jamestown saw its coldest December day with temperatures maxing out at 16°C (61°F).
  • Nighttime temperatures dropped to 13°C (55°F) on December 5, 2009, marking the coldest December night on record.

Best Places in Saint Helena in December

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Jamestown in December

Pleasant temperatures in December mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. With minimal rainfall expected, you can leave the rain gear at home.

What To Do in Jamestown in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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