December weather forecast
Rufisque, Senegal

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Weather in December

The end of the year in Rufisque arrives with a pleasant reprieve from rainfall, as the month goes nearly rainless. Akin to January, December features clear skies accompanied by the warm temperatures. The wind speed averages at 21km/h (13mph), providing a breath of cool air amidst the warmth. As the city prepares to usher in the new year, the weather remains ancillary to the festive spirit imbued in people.

Temperature

The average high-temperature for December is a moderately hot 29.7°C (85.5°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the preceding month. Rufisque's average low-temperature during December nights is observed to be a still warm 23.1°C (73.6°F).

Heat index

For most parts of December, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 30°C (86°F). Continuing activity during long-lasting exposure might induce tiredness and result in heat cramps.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 46%.

Rainfall

In Rufisque, rain does not fall in January through March and December.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of December, in Rufisque, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 18:50 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 9.7h.

UV index

January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Rufisque. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is December in Rufisque?

The high-temperature in Rufisque during December is 29.7°C (85.5°F) and the low-temperature is 23.1°C (73.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in December is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Rufisque?

The average relative humidity in December is 46%.

What is the driest month in Rufisque?

January through March and December are months without rainfall.

Does it rain in Rufisque in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Rufisque?

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

How many hours of daylight does Rufisque have in December?

In Rufisque, the average day length in December is 11h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Rufisque?

On the first day of December in Rufisque, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 18:50 GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rufisque have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 9.7h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Rufisque, Senegal, are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in December in Rufisque?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Rufisque, Senegal, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Rufisque, Senegal

Average temperature in December - Rufisque, Senegal
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is April (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (20.4°C).

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Average pressure in December
Rufisque, Senegal

Average pressure in December - Rufisque, Senegal
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1011.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Rufisque, Senegal

Average wind speed in December - Rufisque, Senegal
  • Average wind speed in December: 21km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (23.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (13.5km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Rufisque, Senegal

Average humidity in December - Rufisque, Senegal
  • Average humidity in December: 46%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (45%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rufisque, Senegal

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (73mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and December (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Rufisque, Senegal

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.2 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rufisque, 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: 8h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rufisque, Senegal

Average sunshine days in December - Rufisque, Senegal
  • Average sunshine days in December: 30.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rufisque, Senegal

Average UV index in December - Rufisque, Senegal
  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Rufisque, Senegal

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

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in December
Rufisque, Senegal

Average visibility in December - Rufisque, 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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