Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 25°C (77°F). Highs can soar to 30°C (87°F), while lows may dip to 21°C (70°F). Typically, the humidity level in Puerto Plata throughout December hovers around 69%.
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In December, Puerto Plata averages 59 mm (2.3 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 15 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 10 hours 57 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 8 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 66% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In December, the UV Index in Puerto Plata reaches a maximum of 8, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||