December weather forecastAfatauri, French Polynesia

December

Weather in December

December presents the most substantial rainfall average in Afatauri, standing at 246mm (9.69"), and maintaining the temperature range close to that of November. A marginal increase in relative humidity accompanies the growing rain showers, providing rich festive season weather. Sunshine hours remain relatively stable while the daylight hours slightly incline. Intermittent winds blowing at moderate speeds create an inviting outdoor environment. The year ends with a comforting temperature range and expectantly festive December weather within Afatauri.

Temperature

As Afatauri steps into December, the average high-temperature is measured at a still warm 26.8°C (80.2°F), displaying minor differences from November's 26°C (78.8°F). A minor drop in temperature is observed from daytime highs during the nights of December, averaging a still warm 25.9°C (78.6°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Afatauri is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 26.7 days and typically aggregates up to 246mm (9.69") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 13h and 12min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 18:35 -10.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.2h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Frequently asked questions

In Afatauri, in December, the average high-temperature is 26.8°C (80.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 25.9°C (78.6°F). In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 30°C (86°F).

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 26.7 days and accumulates 246mm (9.69") of precipitation.

In Afatauri, during December, the rain falls for 26.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 246mm (9.69") of precipitation.

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

In December, the average day length is 13h and 11min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 18:35 -10.

December has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December is 9.2h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Afatauri, French Polynesia

  • Average high temperature in December: 26.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (27.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are August and September (24.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are March and April (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.5°C).

Average pressure in December
Afatauri, French Polynesia

  • Average pressure in December: 1011.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1015.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Afatauri, French Polynesia

  • Average wind speed in December: 20.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (25km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (18.3km/h).

Average humidity in December
Afatauri, French Polynesia

  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August, October and November (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and April (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Afatauri, French Polynesia

  • Average rainfall in December: 246mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (246mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (40mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Afatauri, French Polynesia

  • Average rainfall days in December: 26.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (29.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (17.3 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Afatauri, French Polynesia

  • 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 12min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Afatauri, French Polynesia

  • Average sunshine days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (9.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (0.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Afatauri, French Polynesia

  • Average UV index in December: 7

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

Average cloud cover in December
Afatauri, French Polynesia

  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in December
Afatauri, French Polynesia

  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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