December weather forecast
Funafuti, Tuvalu

December marks the close of the year with the highest rainfall of 394mm (15.51") received during the month. Despite this peak in rainfall, the festive month experiences plenty of sunshine, heavily featuring in the daily weather conditions. The sea temperature continues to hold steady in the high 29°C (84.2°F), offering ideal conditions for aquatic adventures. High daylight hours at 12.6 creates ample opportunity for sightseeing and exploration. While enjoying the holiday season in Funafuti, Tuvalu, the UV index of 12 signals the necessity for appropriate sun protection gear.

Temperature

Funafuti's warmest period falls in January, April, May, October through December, when the average high-temperatures ascend to 31°C (87.8°F).

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17 days and accumulates 394mm (15.51") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

January, April, May, November and December, with an average sea temperature of 29.8°C (85.6°F), are months with the warmest seawater.
Note: For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Funafuti, Tuvalu, is December, with an average of 12h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:24 +12.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Funafuti are November and December, with an average of 17h of sunshine.

UV index

January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Funafuti. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 12 during December translates into these guidelines:
Take all critical precautions, unprotected skin might burn swiftly. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Use liberally and reapply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 every two hours and right after outdoor activities or a swim. Attention! UV radiation is markedly stronger with water and sand reflections.