December weather forecastAddis Ababa, Ethiopia
December
Weather in December
In December, the weather in the Ethiopian capital hits a consistently dry streak with only 4mm (0.16") of rainfall for the entire month. There is an increase in wind speed indicating windy days and nights. However, the humidity decreases further making December the driest month of the year. Notably, daylight is the shortest in this month, which naturally makes December a tad cooler than other months. Wrapping up the year, the weather in December is rather cold, yet invigorating with pronounced winds.Temperature
In December, Addis Ababa's weather conditions record an average high-temperature of a still agreeable 20.9°C (69.6°F), demonstrating little divergence from the preceding month. Addis Ababa documents a substantial shift from daytime warmth, recording an average nighttime temperature of 7.6°C (45.7°F) in December.Humidity
In Addis Ababa, the average relative humidity in December is 56%.Rainfall
December is the month with the least rainfall in Addis Ababa. Rain falls for 4.1 days and accumulates 4mm (0.16") of precipitation.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:16 EAT.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine are January and December, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine.UV index
June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: An average UV index of 4 in December transforms into this advice:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Average high temperature in December: 20.9°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (23.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (19.2°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 7.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (12.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is November (7.4°C).
Average pressure in December
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Average pressure in December: 1016.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1016.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1013.9mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Average wind speed in December: 7.6km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and October (8.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4km/h).
Average humidity in December
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Average humidity in December: 56%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (51%).
Average rainfall in December
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Average rainfall in December: 4mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (213mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (4mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Average rainfall days in December: 4.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (30.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.1 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Average daylight in December: 11h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 9h and 48min
The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Average sunshine days in December: 25.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (25.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (0.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Average UV index in December: 4
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April and May (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in December
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Average cloud cover in December: 13
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 12).
Average visibility in December
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Average visibility in December: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (7km).
