December weather forecast
Maroua, Cameroon

December

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

The average high-temperature in December, at a tropical 33.3°C (91.9°F), reveals a modest deviation from November's 35.8°C (96.4°F). December nights indicate a noticeable temperature drop from the daytime highs, with an average reading lowering to an enjoyable 19.6°C (67.3°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 19%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, 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.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, July through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in December?
The high-temperature, in December, in Maroua, records 33.3°C (91.9°F), while the low-temperature is 19.6°C (67.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in October is estimated at 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?
January through March, November and December are months without rainfall.
What is the month with the shortest days?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 30min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December?
The average day length in December in Maroua is 11h and 31min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
On the first day of December, 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?
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 7.7h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December?
In Maroua, Cameroon, the average sunshine duration in December is 7.7h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
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 reading in December?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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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).

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).

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).

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%).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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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