December weather forecastPraia, Cape Verde

High waves approaching the sandy beach of Praia in Cape VerdeHigh waves approaching the sandy beach of Praia in Cape Verde

December

Weather in December

December concludes the year with a further decrease in both temperatures and rainfall level to 3mm (0.12") in Praia, marking a return to the weather patterns of the start of the year. The sea temperatures cool adequately, indicating the end of the extended swimming season. The wind, at this time of the year, provides a comforting balance to the tropical climate. The humidity decreases, and visibility remains excellent, promoting a continuation of outdoor activities and exploration. Despite being categorized as a 'winter' month, December in Praia does not lose its tropical charm.

Temperature

The arrival of December in Praia, Cape Verde, sees a recorded average high-temperature of a still warm 25.5°C (77.9°F), showing little divergence from the previous month's conditions. December in Praia sees a slight dip to an average low temperature of 23°C (73.4°F) from the daytime highs.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Praia, Cape Verde, is 70%.

Rainfall

In Praia, Cape Verde, during December, the rain falls for 1.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Praia, there are 54.1 rainfall days, and 149mm (5.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Praia, Cape Verde, in December, the average water temperature is 25.5°C (77.9°F).
Note: Water temperature ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) is seen as very warm and delightful by everyone. During these temperatures, water activities become enjoyable, without causing discomfort for extended periods.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Praia is December, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Praia, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 18:15 -01.

Sunshine

In Praia, the average sunshine in December is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Praia are January through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Stay alert! Reflective properties of sand and water amplify the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

December temperatures in Praia, Cape Verde, vary between a high-temperature of 25.5°C (77.9°F) and a low-temperature of 23°C (73.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in November is appraised at 29°C (84.2°F).

The average relative humidity in December is 70%.

In December, the rain falls for 1.4 days. Throughout December, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is accumulated.

In December, the average sea temperature is 25.5°C (77.9°F). For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

The month with the shortest days in Praia, Cape Verde, is December, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.

In Praia, the average day length in December is 11h and 16min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, in Praia, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 18:15 -01.

In December, the average sunshine duration in Praia is 9.4h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Praia, Cape Verde, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Praia, 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).

Average pressure in December
Praia, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Praia, 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).

Average humidity in December
Praia, 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%).

Average rainfall in December
Praia, Cape Verde

  • Average rainfall in December: 3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (50mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March and May (1mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Praia, Cape Verde

  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.7 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Praia, Cape Verde

  • Average sea temperature in December: 25.5°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is October (27.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (23.6°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Praia, Cape Verde

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 18min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 24min

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).

Average sunshine days in December
Praia, 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 (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Praia, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Praia, 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).

Average visibility in December
Praia, 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).