December weather forecastHarar, Ethiopia

December

Weather in December

Closing the year on a lighter note, Harar experiences the lowest rainfall for the year, recording only 6mm (0.24") over approximately 2.6 days. The city sees a moderate rise in temperatures from November, thus keeping the weather comfortable for visitors and residents. The reduction in rainfall coincides with a drop in relative humidity to 45%, and a lower cloud cover of 10%, making the city's landscapes clearly visible. The longest nights of the year set in with slightly shorter daylight hours, creating an enchanting atmosphere for evening strolls. Despite the minor drop in temperature, the wind speeds increase to an average of 8.7km/h (5.4mph), bringing cool breezes to the city's streets.

Temperature

Harar, Ethiopia, signifies an average high-temperature of a still warm 24.3°C (75.7°F) in December, closely mirroring the 24.6°C (76.3°F) of November. During December, the nighttime temperature averages of 13.2°C (55.8°F).

Humidity

In Harar, the average relative humidity in December is 45%.

Rainfall

In Harar, in December, during 2.6 rainfall days, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Harar, there are 191.6 rainfall days, and 897mm (35.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:02 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 7.8h.

UV index

June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in December translates into the following instructions:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in December, in Harar, is 24.3°C (75.7°F) and the average low-temperature is 13.2°C (55.8°F).

In December, the average relative humidity is 45%.

In Harar, in December, it is raining for 2.6 days, with typically 6mm (0.24") of accumulated precipitation.

With an average of 11h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

The average day length in December is 11h and 35min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:02 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in December is 7.8h.

June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Harar, Ethiopia

  • Average high temperature in December: 24.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (26.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (24°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (16.6°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (13.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Harar, Ethiopia

  • Average pressure in December: 1014.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1014.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Harar, Ethiopia

  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (13.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.4km/h).

Average humidity in December
Harar, Ethiopia

  • Average humidity in December: 45%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (43%).

Average rainfall in December
Harar, Ethiopia

  • Average rainfall in December: 6mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (160mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (5mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Harar, Ethiopia

  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.6 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Harar, Ethiopia

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 48min

The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Harar, Ethiopia

  • Average sunshine days in December: 27.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Harar, Ethiopia

  • Average UV index in December: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April and May (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Harar, Ethiopia

  • Average cloud cover in December: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in December
Harar, Ethiopia

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April and May (9km).