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Kingston weather in December (Jamaica)

What can you expect from the weather in Kingston during December? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Kingston the weather in December is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 28°C. But by evening, they drop to around 24°C.

Kingston in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 49 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 8 days of the month will see rainfall.

With around 239 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, December is one of the better months to visit Kingston. January, February, March, April, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, September tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Kingston climate page with graphs.

 

Kingston, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 27%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 49 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 74%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 239 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Jamaica in December

Find out more about the weather in Jamaica in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in Kingston in December?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. With a water temperature of around 27°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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