Although December It is usually one of the least months rainy of the year, in 2024 it has shown a different behavior. According to Heriberto Fabián, predictor of the National Institute of Meteorology (Indomet), the frontal systems that began to manifest from November have generated significant rainfall in various areas of the Atlantic coast.
consulted by Free DiaryFabián explained that this includes accumulated rain unusual during the first days of the month, specifically from the 4th to the 8th of Decemberin locations such as:
- Indian Stick 210.1 millimeters (mm)
- Puerto Plata Airport (187.5 mm)
“There are other localities that are below 100, such as Restoration with 92.7 mm,” said the predictor, reiterating that “those are generally accumulated in December they do not accumulate in those locations.”
Fabián explained that the rains unusual are associated with the early activity of cold fronts and the dragging of cloud fields by northeasterly winds.
With respect to the month of NovemberFabián highlighted that although it did not have rainfall like previous years, it stood out for being rainy.
At the beginning of November, the director of Indomet, Gloria Ceballos, reported that most of the stations meteorological of the country had already exceeded normal rainfall values for this month, mainly in the northern and northeastern regions.
Climate for Christmas Eve, Christmas and New Year
The predictor maintained that according to current projections, the 24th and 25th of December (Christmas Eve and Christmas) short-duration showers could be recorded, due to the transport of moisture by the northeasterly winds. “Are rains they would be isolated and temporary,” he added.
Between Monday the 23rd and Tuesday the 31st Decemberthe models indicate the possible incidence of rains moderate in some locations, especially in the northern and northeastern regions of the country. These precipitations will be influenced by cold fronts and valleys.
Fabián recalled that, although the models offer a general overview, the predictions meteorological in the medium term (more than 5 days) are subject to variations, due to the dynamics of the atmosphere. For this reason, it is recommended to stay informed with periodic updates from Indomet.
Temperatures nice
With the official arrival of winter, on the 21st Decemberthe predictor stated that temperatures will continue nicewith cool nights in most of the national territory.
In mountainous areas, such as Valle Nuevo and Constanza, he said that higher minimum temperatures are expected, typical of the coldest winter months such as January and February.
