December weather forecast
Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a warm month in Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island, with temperature in the range of an average high of 27.8°C (82°F) and an average low of 23.9°C (75°F).

Temperature

In Flying Fish Cove, the average high-temperature in December is essentially the same as in November - a still moderately hot 27.8°C (82°F). In Flying Fish Cove, the average low-temperature is 23.9°C (75°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in December is evaluated at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Constant exposure and activity lead to possible fatigue. Prolonged exercise may result in heat cramps.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel', 'feels like', 'apparent temperature', or 'felt air temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. Additional factors like clothing, differences in body mass, height, and shape, wind, and activity influence one's weather impression. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it is vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Flying Fish Cove is 79%.

Rainfall

In Flying Fish Cove, in December, during 21.4 rainfall days, 103mm (4.06") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Flying Fish Cove, during the entire year, the rain falls for 243.6 days and collects up to 1046mm (41.18") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature in Flying Fish Cove is 28.6°C (83.5°F).
Note: 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.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Flying Fish Cove is December, with an average of 12h and 43min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of December, in Flying Fish Cove, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:21 +07.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island, is 9.2h.

UV index

May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in December interpret into the following advice:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Caution! The reflection of sand and water significantly increases the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in December in Flying Fish Cove?

In Flying Fish Cove, in December, the average high-temperature is 27.8°C (82°F), and the average low-temperature is 23.9°C (75°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in December is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Flying Fish Cove?

In Flying Fish Cove, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in Flying Fish Cove in December?

In December, in Flying Fish Cove, the rain falls for 21.4 days. Throughout December, 103mm (4.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the water temperature in December in Flying Fish Cove?

In December, the average sea temperature in Flying Fish Cove is 28.6°C (83.5°F). For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable.

When are the longest days in Flying Fish Cove?

The month with the longest days in Flying Fish Cove is December, with an average of 12h and 43min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Flying Fish Cove have in December?

The average day length in December in Flying Fish Cove is 12h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Flying Fish Cove?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:21 +07.

How long on average sun shines in December in Flying Fish Cove?

In Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island, the average sunshine duration in December is 9.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Flying Fish Cove?

The months with the lowest UV index in Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island, are May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in December in Flying Fish Cove?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island

Average temperature in December - Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (28.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (26.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and December (23.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (21.6°C).

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Average pressure in December
Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island

Average pressure in December - Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island
  • Average pressure in December: 1009.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1011.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1009.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island

Average wind speed in December - Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (15.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (8.9km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island

Average humidity in December - Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July and November (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island

Average rainfall in December - Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island
  • Average rainfall in December: 103mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (140mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (25mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island

Average rainfall days in December - Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island
  • Average rainfall days in December: 21.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (13.9 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island

Average sea temperature in December - Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island
  • Average sea temperature in December: 28.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is March (29.6°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are August and September (26.3°C).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island
  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 43min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 43min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 32min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island

Average sunshine days in December - Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and August (7.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (4.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island

Average UV index in December - Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island
  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island

Average cloud cover in December - Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island

Average visibility in December - Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island
  • 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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