December weather forecast
NAWAKA, Fiji

Rounding out the year, December in Nawaka showcases a festive weather atmosphere. The parameters of temperature, rainfall, and daylight hours enhance the essence of the tropical summer. With occasional showers marking the landscape, comfort can be found in the corresponding cool winds and warm sunshine. Encouraging longer outdoor activities, the December climate serves as the perfect backdrop for concluding the year with grand celebrations. Despite the rise in humidity, the cheerful atmosphere maintains the vibrant outdoor life Nawaka appreciates all year round.

Temperature

With the transition into December, NAWAKA notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.6°C (83.5°F), closely resembling November. NAWAKA experiences a steady nighttime temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F) throughout the month of December.

Heat index

December's mean heat index is evaluated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

In NAWAKA, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In NAWAKA, in December, it is raining for 23.6 days, with typically 169mm (6.65") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in NAWAKA, there are 221 rainfall days, and 1304mm (51.34") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in NAWAKA, Fiji, with an average of 13h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of December, in NAWAKA, Fiji, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:48 +12.

Sunshine

In NAWAKA, the average sunshine in December is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in NAWAKA are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.