December weather forecast
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Weather in December

As Longwood ushers in December, it is greeted with warming temperatures and prominent sunlight, setting the stage for welcoming the new year. The temperature hikes up to 21.5°C (70.7°F), setting it apart from the previous months. As this trend continues, Longwood experiences fewer days of rainfall compared to November, further promoting sunny conditions. This pleasant weather coupled with the festive spirit culminates in a host of celebratory activities throughout the region. The year thus culminates with bright sunny days and clear skies, a characteristic feature of Longwood's December weather.

Temperature

December begins with an average high-temperature of a still pleasant 21.5°C (70.7°F), reflecting close similarity to the preceding month. The December nights in Longwood show a slight decrease to a mean low-temperature of 20.2°C (68.4°F).

Humidity

In Longwood, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Longwood, there are 133.1 rainfall days, and 92mm (3.62") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Longwood, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:57 GMT.

Sunshine

In Longwood, the average sunshine in December is 6.8h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Longwood is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Longwood in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Longwood, is 21.5°C (70.7°F), while the average low-temperature is 20.2°C (68.4°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Longwood?

In December, the average relative humidity in Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Longwood?

In December, in Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

When are the longest days in Longwood?

With an average of 13h and 6min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Longwood?

The average day length in December in Longwood is 13h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Longwood?

On the first day of December in Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:57 GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Longwood have in December?

In Longwood, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in December in Longwood?

In Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha

Average temperature in December - Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (24.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is September (19.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (23.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are September and October (18.7°C).

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Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average pressure in December: 1015.7mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1019.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1014.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average wind speed in December: 23.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (28.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (21.8km/h).

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Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average rainfall in December: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (11mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May, September, October and November (6mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (13.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average UV index in December: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and May (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are August, September and October (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).

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Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • 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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