December weather forecast
Poutasi, Samoa

December in Poutasi marks the year's end with weather conditions broadly aligned with November. The topography of Poutasi dictates the weather, leading to strikingly consistent conditions throughout the year. A basic rise in humidity and an almost parallel increase in rainfall from November characterize December. The rainfall increases to 162mm (6.38"), slightly higher than in the previous month. As December rolls into the new year, no considerable shifts in weather patterns occur, leading to an almost seamless transition into January.

Temperature

The unfolding of December in Poutasi shows an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F), indicating a slight variance from November's 28.1°C (82.6°F). Poutasi reports an average low temperature of 27.5°C (81.5°F) in December, a minor decrease from the day's highs.

Heat index

For most parts of December, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Continuous activity in exposure could lead to a feeling of fatigue and heat cramps.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Poutasi, Samoa, in December, it is raining for 19.1 days, with typically 162mm (6.38") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Poutasi, there are 246.7 rainfall days, and 1451mm (57.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Poutasi, with an average of 12h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:58 +13.

Sunshine

In Poutasi, the average sunshine in December is 8h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.