December weather forecast
Maroua, Cameroon

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Weather in December

Rounding off the year, December continues the trend of higher temperatures, although it experiences a slight decrease from the previous month. Nudged by the maximum temperature of 33.3°C (91.9°F), December trails the arid, warm weather that Maroua is known for. The combined effects of virtually no rainfall and low relative humidity create a dry climate. The evenings are pleasant, thanks to lower temperatures and the calming breeze. With the departure of rainfall, December marks the return of typical weather conditions observed in Maroua.

Temperature

December brings a marginal elevation to a hot 33.3°C (91.9°F) from November's 35.8°C (96.4°F) in Maroua's average high-temperatures. Maroua registers a prominent dip from daytime highs, with an average of 19.6°C (67.3°F) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In Maroua, the average relative humidity in December is 19%.

Rainfall

January through March, November and December are months without rainfall in Maroua.

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, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:51 WAT.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Maroua, with an average of 7.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, July through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Maroua in December?

December temperatures in Maroua vary between a high-temperature of 33.3°C (91.9°F) and a low-temperature of 19.6°C (67.3°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 October is calculated to be 40°C (104°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Maroua?

The average relative humidity in December is 19%.

What is the driest month in Maroua?

January through March, November and December are months without rainfall.

What is the month with the shortest days in Maroua?

With an average of 11h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Maroua have in December?

In December, the average day length in Maroua, Cameroon, is 11h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Maroua?

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, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:51 WAT.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Maroua?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Maroua have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Maroua is 7.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Maroua?

January, July through September, 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 Maroua?

In Maroua, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Maroua, Cameroon

Average temperature in December - Maroua, Cameroon
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (40.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (30.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (29.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°C).

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Average pressure in December
Maroua, Cameroon

Average pressure in December - Maroua, Cameroon
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1006.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Maroua, Cameroon

Average wind speed in December - Maroua, Cameroon
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Maroua, Cameroon

Average humidity in December - Maroua, Cameroon
  • Average humidity in December: 19%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (12%).

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Average rainfall in December
Maroua, Cameroon

Average rainfall in December - Maroua, Cameroon
  • Average rainfall in December: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (154mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March, November and December (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Maroua, Cameroon

Average rainfall days in December - Maroua, Cameroon
  • Average rainfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Maroua, Cameroon

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Maroua, Cameroon
  • 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Maroua, Cameroon

Average sunshine days in December - Maroua, Cameroon
  • Average sunshine days in December: 31 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Maroua, Cameroon

Average UV index in December - Maroua, Cameroon
  • Average UV index in December: 7

The month with the highest UV index is April (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, July, August, September, November and December (UV index 7).

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Average cloud cover in December
Maroua, Cameroon

Average cloud cover in December - Maroua, Cameroon
  • Average cloud cover in December: 1

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 1).

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Average visibility in December
Maroua, Cameroon

Average visibility in December - Maroua, Cameroon
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (9km).

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