December weather forecast
Gossas, Senegal

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Weather in December

Rounding off the year in Gossas, Senegal, December features weather trends similar to January. The winter-like conditions persist with lower temperatures of 35.2°C (95.4°F). Remarkably, the month records the lowest rainfall, with a volume of 0mm (0"), resulting in a perpetually dry spell. Consequently, levels of humidity are comparatively low. December's impressive visibility and clarity, coupled with moderate wind speeds, enhance the overall comfort index for the city residents, creating an eloquently enticing atmosphere.

Temperature

December brings an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 35.2°C (95.4°F), showing a slight difference from November's 37.3°C (99.1°F). A sharp reduction from the daytime highs is witnessed during December, with nighttime temperatures averaging a low of 19.8°C (67.6°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Gossas, Senegal, is 21%.

Rainfall

January, February and December are months without rainfall in Gossas.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 18:46 GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Gossas is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Gossas are January through March, July, August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
Resources | Updated: Jan 26, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Gossas in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Gossas, is 35.2°C (95.4°F), while the average low-temperature is 19.8°C (67.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in October is appraised at 50°C (122°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Gossas?

The average relative humidity in December is 21%.

What is the driest month in Gossas?

In Gossas, rain does not fall in January, February and December.

Does it rain in Gossas in December?

In December, it doesn't rain. November is the latest month when it rains.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gossas?

December has the shortest days of the year in Gossas, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gossas have in December?

The average day length in December in Gossas is 11h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Gossas?

On the first day of December in Gossas, Senegal, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 18:46 GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Gossas have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Gossas?

January through March, July, August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Gossas?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Gossas, Senegal, is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gossas, Senegal

Average temperature in December - Gossas, Senegal
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (41.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (34°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Gossas, Senegal

Average pressure in December - Gossas, Senegal
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Gossas, Senegal

Average wind speed in December - Gossas, Senegal
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (15.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9.5km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Gossas, Senegal

Average humidity in December - Gossas, Senegal
  • Average humidity in December: 21%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (18%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gossas, Senegal

Average rainfall in December - Gossas, Senegal
  • Average rainfall in December: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (121mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Gossas, Senegal

Average rainfall days in December - Gossas, Senegal
  • Average rainfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (0.1 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gossas, Senegal

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gossas, Senegal
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gossas, Senegal

Average sunshine days in December - Gossas, Senegal
  • Average sunshine days in December: 30.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gossas, Senegal

Average UV index in December - Gossas, Senegal
  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, September and October (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, July, August, November and December (UV index 7).

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Average cloud cover in December
Gossas, Senegal

Average cloud cover in December - Gossas, Senegal
  • Average cloud cover in December: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in December
Gossas, Senegal

Average visibility in December - Gossas, Senegal
  • 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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