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Castries Weather in December

Thinking of visiting Castries in December? Expect high temperatures reaching 30°C (86°F) during the day, dropping to 25°C (77°F) at night, with some rainfall likely.

Rainfall in Castries in December

The climate data from previous years indicates about 18 days of rain, averaging 56 mm (2.2 in) for the month. Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.

Temperature in Castries in December

December in Castries brings high temperatures, with highs of 30°C (86°F) and nights around 25°C (77°F). Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. With lows around 25°C (77°F), the nights are warm enough that a sheet is usually all you need for bedding.

Sunshine in Castries in December

There are approximately 247 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January and February typically offer the best weather for Castries.

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Castries Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C (77°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C (86°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 60%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 56 mm (2.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 82% *  
SunshineSunshine 247 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Saint Lucia, Saint Lucia (4 KM, 2 Miles).

Daily Historical Temperatures

50-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Castries typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 30°C (86°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 24°C (75°F).

Average temperatures in December

Historical weather for Castries in December

Browse day-by-day weather records for Castries spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Castries historical weather extremes in December

Based on weather observations in Castries between 1992 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during December.

  • On December 8, 2021, temperatures climbed to 34°C (93°F), marking the warmest December day on record.
  • The coldest December day was on December 4, 2018, with a maximum of 26°C (79°F).
  • The coldest night in December in Castries was on December 17, 1992, with a minimum of 16°C (61°F).

Best Places in Saint Lucia 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 Castries in December

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in December. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Castries in December

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

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

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