December weather forecast
Mon Desert, Mauritius

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Mon Desert, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 25.2°C (77.4°F) and 27.6°C (81.7°F).

Temperature

As Mon Desert welcomes December, the average high-temperature records at a still moderately hot 27.6°C (81.7°F), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. Mon Desert encounters a negligible difference from daytime peaks throughout the December nights, with a low-temperature average of 25.2°C (77.4°F).

Heat index

December's average heat index is computed to be a tropical 30°C (86°F). A sense of exhaustion might occur with extended exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Mon Desert is 75%.

Rainfall

In Mon Desert, Mauritius, in December, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 50mm (1.97") of accumulated precipitation. In Mon Desert, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.1 days and collects up to 480mm (18.9") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of December, in Mon Desert, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 18:52 +04.

Sunshine

In Mon Desert, the average sunshine in December is 10.3h.

UV index

January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during December leads to these advisories:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mon Desert in December?

In Mon Desert, in December, the average high-temperature is 27.6°C (81.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 25.2°C (77.4°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Mon Desert?

In Mon Desert, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How much does it rain in Mon Desert in December?

In Mon Desert, Mauritius, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 50mm (1.97") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When are the longest days in Mon Desert?

With an average of 13h and 18min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Mon Desert.

What is the average length of the day in December in Mon Desert?

In Mon Desert, Mauritius, the average day length in December is 13h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Mon Desert?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, in Mon Desert, Mauritius, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 18:52 +04.

How many hours of sunshine does Mon Desert have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Mon Desert is 10.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Mon Desert?

The months with the highest UV index in Mon Desert, Mauritius, are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

How high is the UV index in December in Mon Desert?

In Mon Desert, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Mon Desert, Mauritius

Average temperature in December - Mon Desert, Mauritius
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (23.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (21.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Mon Desert, Mauritius

Average pressure in December - Mon Desert, Mauritius
  • Average pressure in December: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Mon Desert, Mauritius

Average wind speed in December - Mon Desert, Mauritius
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (23.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (17.1km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Mon Desert, Mauritius

Average humidity in December - Mon Desert, Mauritius
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Mon Desert, Mauritius

Average rainfall in December - Mon Desert, Mauritius
  • Average rainfall in December: 50mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (97mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (8mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Mon Desert, Mauritius

Average rainfall days in December - Mon Desert, Mauritius
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (9.5 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mon Desert, Mauritius

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mon Desert, Mauritius
  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Mon Desert, Mauritius

Average sunshine days in December - Mon Desert, Mauritius
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Mon Desert, Mauritius

Average UV index in December - Mon Desert, Mauritius
  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in December
Mon Desert, Mauritius

Average cloud cover in December - Mon Desert, Mauritius
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Mon Desert, Mauritius

Average visibility in December - Mon Desert, Mauritius
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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