December weather forecast
Sal, Cape Verde

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A man aboard a simple boat near a beach, on the clear waters of Santa Maria Island in Sal, Cape Verde
A man aboard a simple boat near a beach, on the clear waters of Santa Maria Island in Sal, Cape Verde

Weather in December

December heralds in the winter season in Sal. With temperatures oscillating from 23.1°C (73.6°F) to 24.1°C (75.4°F), the weather becomes noticeably colder than in November. The arrival of December brings the lowest temperatures of the year, aligning with the year-end festivities. Despite a slight nip in the air, the climatic conditions remain amiable, with minimal rainfall that does not deter outdoor plans. As the year concludes, Sal continues to revel in the cool winter charm.

Temperature

Sal's entry into December measures an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 24.1°C (75.4°F), closely parallel to the preceding month. Nighttime, during December, brings an average low of 23.1°C (73.6°F), a modest reduction from the day's peak.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

December is the last month it rains. During 1.2 rainfall days, in December, Sal aggregates 2mm (0.08") of precipitation. In Sal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 37.7 days and collects up to 90mm (3.54") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Sal, Cape Verde, the average seawater temperature in December is 24°C (75.2°F).
Note: Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 24°C (75.2°F) water may be enjoyable. (FYI: The official water temperature required for the Olympic swimming competition is 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82.4°F).)

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Sal, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 18:09 -01.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 8.3h.

UV index

January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Sal, Cape Verde. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Notice! The reflection of water and sand increases the UV radiation significantly.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Sal in December?

In Sal, 24.1°C (75.4°F) is the average high-temperature and 23.1°C (73.6°F) is the average low-temperature during December.

What are the least humid months in Sal?

The months with the lowest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in December in Sal?

In Sal, the average relative humidity in December is 72%.

What is the last month it rains in Sal?

December is the last month it rains in Sal, Cape Verde. During 1.2 rainfall days, in December, Sal aggregates 2mm (0.08") of precipitation.

What is the sea temperature in December in Sal?

In Sal, in December, the average water temperature is 24°C (75.2°F). Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 24°C (75.2°F) water may be enjoyable.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sal?

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 Sal?

The average day length in December in Sal, Cape Verde, is 11h and 9min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sal?

On the first day of December in Sal, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 18:09 -01.

How many hours of sunshine does Sal have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 8.3h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Sal, Cape Verde, are January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sal?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Sal, Cape Verde, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
Sal, Cape Verde

Average temperature in December - Sal, Cape Verde
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (26.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (21.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (20.6°C).

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Average pressure in December
Sal, Cape Verde

Average pressure in December - Sal, Cape Verde
  • Average pressure in December: 1015.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1013mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Sal, Cape Verde

Average wind speed in December - Sal, Cape Verde
  • Average wind speed in December: 27.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (30.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (17.9km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Sal, Cape Verde

Average humidity in December - Sal, Cape Verde
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sal, Cape Verde

Average rainfall in December - Sal, Cape Verde
  • Average rainfall in December: 2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (35mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Sal, Cape Verde

Average rainfall days in December - Sal, Cape Verde
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Sal, Cape Verde

Average sea temperature in December - Sal, Cape Verde
  • Average sea temperature in December: 24°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (27°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April and May (22°C).

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

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

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sal, Cape Verde

Average sunshine days in December - Sal, Cape Verde
  • Average sunshine days in December: 28.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (29.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (18.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sal, Cape Verde

Average UV index in December - Sal, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Sal, Cape Verde

Average cloud cover in December - Sal, Cape Verde
  • Average cloud cover in December: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 18).

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Average visibility in December
Sal, Cape Verde

Average visibility in December - Sal, 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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