December weather forecastTarrafal, Cape Verde
December
Weather in December
December weather in Tarrafal, Cape Verde, is a spectacle to behold, several climatic parameters portraying interesting trends. High gusts of wind, reaching up to 31.4km/h (19.5mph), generate a vibrant feel throughout the city, signaling an enthralling close to the year. The relative steadiness of December's weather makes it an ideal period for festive outdoor activities. With the relative decrease in rainfall and minimal disturbance from cloud cover, Tarrafal ushers in relaxed December days and starlit nights. As the year draws to an end, residents and tourists alike bask in the vibrant December weather, awaiting the onset of the new year with renewed exuberance.Temperature
Tarrafal indicates an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25.5°C (77.9°F) in December, showing minor variation from November's 27°C (80.6°F). Tarrafal encounters a small divergence from daytime high temperatures, averaging a low-temperature of 23°C (73.4°F) during December nights.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 70%.Rainfall
In Tarrafal, Cape Verde, in December, during 1.4 rainfall days, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Tarrafal, Cape Verde, during the entire year, the rain falls for 54.1 days and collects up to 149mm (5.87") 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, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 18:15 -01.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 9.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in December leads to these guidelines:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Tarrafal, 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
Tarrafal, 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
Tarrafal, 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
Tarrafal, 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
Tarrafal, 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
Tarrafal, 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 daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Tarrafal, Cape Verde
- Average daylight in December: 11h and 12min
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 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
Tarrafal, 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
Tarrafal, 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
Tarrafal, 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
Tarrafal, 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).
