December weather forecastMindelo, Cape Verde
December
Weather in December
December in Mindelo is characterized by a further drop in temperatures resulting in the pleasant chills of winter. Nevertheless, 9.2 hours of daily sunshine juxtapose the cooler temperatures. The wind speed of 25.5km/h (15.8mph) and a relative humidity of 73%, the same as in January, maintain an agreeable weather sequence. The month shows a return to lower rainfall of approximately 4mm (0.16"), similar to those seen at the start of the year. The balanced climate in December reaffirms the placid transition of weather which Mindelo celebrates throughout the year.Temperature
The beginning of December in Mindelo, Cape Verde, records an average high-temperature of a still warm 24.2°C (75.6°F), almost echoing the conditions of the previous month. During December, Mindelo perceives a slight decrease in temperature from daytime highs, settling at an average low of 22.9°C (73.2°F).Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 73%.Rainfall
In Mindelo, in December, during 2.4 rainfall days, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mindelo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 39.3 days and collects up to 91mm (3.58") of precipitation.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Mindelo is December, with an average of 11h and 6min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 18:17 -01.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Mindelo is 9.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 6 during December translates into the following guidance:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Mindelo, Cape Verde
- Average high temperature in December: 24.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (26.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (21.8°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 22.9°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are September and October (25.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (20.7°C).
Average pressure in December
Mindelo, Cape Verde
- Average pressure in December: 1015.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.6mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (1013.3mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Mindelo, Cape Verde
- Average wind speed in December: 25.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (28.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (18.2km/h).
Average humidity in December
Mindelo, Cape Verde
- Average humidity in December: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Mindelo, Cape Verde
- Average rainfall in December: 4mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (31mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March, April and May (1mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Mindelo, Cape Verde
- Average rainfall days in December: 2.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (9.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mindelo, Cape Verde
- Average daylight in December: 11h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in December: 9h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Mindelo, Cape Verde
- Average sunshine days in December: 27.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (28.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (17.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Mindelo, Cape Verde
- Average UV index in December: 6
The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in December
Mindelo, Cape Verde
- Average cloud cover in December: 22
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 19).
Average visibility in December
Mindelo, 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).
