December weather forecast
Figueira das Naus, Cape Verde

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Weather in December

The final month of the year marks the peak of the dry season in Figueira das Naus. December is characterized by cool weather conditions, with a significant drop in temperature and rainfall in comparison to the preceding months. Despite these shifts, wind speeds remain high, gusting up to 31.4km/h (19.5mph). As the year ends, these conditions provide a crisp, refreshing atmosphere, summing up the annual weather cycle in the city.

Temperature

The transition into December notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.5°C (77.9°F), revealing a mild distinction from the 27°C (80.6°F) in November. Throughout December nights, Figueira das Naus records a consistent low-temperature averaging a still warm 23°C (73.4°F).

Humidity

In Figueira das Naus, Cape Verde, the average relative humidity in December is 70%.

Rainfall

In Figueira das Naus, in December, it is raining for 1.4 days, with typically 3mm (0.12") of accumulated precipitation. In Figueira das Naus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 55 days and collects up to 156mm (6.14") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of December, in Figueira das Naus, Cape Verde, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 18:15 -01.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

UV index

January through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Figueira das Naus?

The high-temperature, in December, in Figueira das Naus, is 25.5°C (77.9°F), while the low-temperature averages to 23°C (73.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in November is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Figueira das Naus?

In December, the average relative humidity is 70%.

How many days does it rain in December in Figueira das Naus?

In December, in Figueira das Naus, Cape Verde, the rain falls for 1.4 days. Throughout December, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Figueira das Naus?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Figueira das Naus?

The average day length in December is 11h and 15min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Figueira das Naus?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 18:15 -01.

How many hours of sunshine does Figueira das Naus have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Figueira das Naus, Cape Verde, is 9.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Figueira das Naus?

January through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Figueira das Naus?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Figueira das Naus, Cape Verde, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Figueira das Naus, Cape Verde

Average temperature in December - Figueira das Naus, Cape Verde
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (28.4°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and March (23.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are September and October (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (20.9°C).

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Average pressure in December
Figueira das Naus, Cape Verde

Average pressure in December - Figueira das Naus, Cape Verde
  • Average pressure in December: 1014.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1012.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Figueira das Naus, Cape Verde

Average wind speed in December - Figueira das Naus, Cape Verde
  • Average wind speed in December: 23.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (25.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (14km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Figueira das Naus, Cape Verde

Average humidity in December - Figueira das Naus, Cape Verde
  • Average humidity in December: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July, August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Figueira das Naus, Cape Verde

Average rainfall in December - Figueira das Naus, Cape Verde
  • Average rainfall in December: 3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (57mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March and May (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Figueira das Naus, Cape Verde

Average rainfall days in December - Figueira das Naus, Cape Verde
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.7 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Figueira das Naus, Cape Verde

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Figueira das Naus, Cape Verde
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Figueira das Naus, Cape Verde

Average sunshine days in December - Figueira das Naus, Cape Verde
  • Average sunshine days in December: 28.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and May (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Figueira das Naus, Cape Verde

Average UV index in December - Figueira das Naus, Cape Verde
  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Figueira das Naus, Cape Verde

Average cloud cover in December - Figueira das Naus, Cape Verde
  • Average cloud cover in December: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in December
Figueira das Naus, Cape Verde

Average visibility in December - Figueira das Naus, Cape Verde
  • 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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