December weather forecastVatukoula, Fiji

December weather forecast for Vatukoula, Fiji: In Vatukoula, Fiji, in December, during 23.6 rainfall days, 169mm (6.65") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Vatukoula, in December, during 23.6 rainfall days, 169mm (6.65") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

December

Weather in December

December wraps up the year in Vatukoula with both high and low temperatures witnessing slight increases. The month sees noticeable levels of rainfall, recording an average of 169mm (6.65"). Despite a high rainfall average, the month boasts the longest daylight hours during the year, totaling up to 13.2. Therefore, visitors can expect plenty of time to explore, albeit with intermittent rain showers.

Temperature

December's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.6°C (83.5°F), slightly deviating from November's 28.2°C (82.8°F). In December, Vatukoula experiences a marginal drop in temperature, with averages of 24.3°C (75.7°F) at night.

Heat index

The average heat index in December is estimated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Vatukoula, in December, during 23.6 rainfall days, 169mm (6.65") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Vatukoula, during the entire year, the rain falls for 221 days and collects up to 1304mm (51.34") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:46 +12.

Sunshine

In Vatukoula, the average sunshine in December is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during December morphs into the following directions:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in December, in Vatukoula, is 28.6°C (83.5°F) and the average low-temperature is 24.3°C (75.7°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 33°C (91.4°F).

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

In Vatukoula, Fiji, in December, during 23.6 rainfall days, 169mm (6.65") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 12min of daylight.

In December, the average day length is 13h and 10min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:46 +12.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Vatukoula, Fiji

  • Average high temperature in December: 28.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (29.4°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (26.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (21.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Vatukoula, Fiji

  • Average pressure in December: 1008.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1007.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Vatukoula, Fiji

  • Average wind speed in December: 11.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (12.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (10.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Vatukoula, Fiji

  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and April (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Vatukoula, Fiji

  • Average rainfall in December: 169mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (204mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (29mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Vatukoula, Fiji

  • Average rainfall days in December: 23.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (26.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (8.8 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Vatukoula, Fiji

  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Vatukoula, Fiji

  • Average sunshine days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Vatukoula, Fiji

  • Average UV index in December: 7

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

Average cloud cover in December
Vatukoula, Fiji

  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Vatukoula, Fiji

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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