December weather forecast
Kep, Cambodia

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Weather in December

December in Kep, Cambodia rings in the dry season with significantly less rainfall dropping down to 35mm (1.38"). The humidity dips to its lowest point for the year, creating a more comfortable climate. The temperatures remain warm despite being the last month of the year. While the hours of daylight are the lowest this month, the number of clear and sunny days is on the rise. The wind speed increases slightly, maintaining the pleasant, tropical ambience Kep is known for.

Temperature

September and December are identified as the coldest months, with an average high-temperature of 29.3°C (84.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index in December is evaluated at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Kep, in December, during 13.2 rainfall days, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kep, during the entire year, the rain falls for 246.3 days and collects up to 1090mm (42.91") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of December, in Kep, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:51 +07.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Kep?

During September and December, Kep registers its lowest temperatures, averaging a high of 29.3°C (84.7°F).

How hot is December in Kep?

Kep in December has an average high-temperature of 29.3°C (84.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in December is evaluated at 34°C (93.2°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Kep?

In Kep, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

How many days does it rain in December in Kep?

In Kep, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 35mm (1.38") of precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kep?

December has the shortest days of the year in Kep, Cambodia, with an average of 11h and 30min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Kep, Cambodia, is 11h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Kep?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of the month, in Kep, Cambodia, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:51 +07.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Kep?

The month with the least sunshine in Kep, Cambodia, is December, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Kep?

In Kep, the average sunshine duration in December is 7.1h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Kep?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Kep.

When is the lowest UV index in Kep?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Kep, Cambodia.

How high is the UV index in December in Kep?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Kep, Cambodia, is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Kep, Cambodia

Average temperature in December - Kep, Cambodia
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (31.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are September and December (29.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (27.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Kep, Cambodia

Average pressure in December - Kep, Cambodia
  • Average pressure in December: 1011mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1007.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Kep, Cambodia

Average wind speed in December - Kep, Cambodia
  • Average wind speed in December: 13km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (15.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (9.5km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Kep, Cambodia

Average humidity in December - Kep, Cambodia
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and October (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Kep, Cambodia

Average rainfall in December - Kep, Cambodia
  • Average rainfall in December: 35mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (161mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (22mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Kep, Cambodia

Average rainfall days in December - Kep, Cambodia
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (26.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.8 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kep, Cambodia

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kep, Cambodia
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Kep, Cambodia

Average sunshine days in December - Kep, Cambodia
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (2.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Kep, Cambodia

Average UV index in December - Kep, Cambodia
  • Average UV index in December: 7

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Kep, Cambodia

Average cloud cover in December - Kep, Cambodia
  • Average cloud cover in December: 28

The months with the most cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in December
Kep, Cambodia

Average visibility in December - Kep, Cambodia
  • 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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