December weather forecast
Fa'a'ā, French Polynesia

December

Weather in December

December in Fa'a'ā rounds off the year with a return to a more pronounced humid and rainy climate. Rainfall takes a significant leap to 198mm (7.8"), making it the second-wettest month after January. Despite the spike in precipitations, Fa'a'ā does not lose its warmth and remains a pleasant destination. Maintaining a high UV index, like the preceding months, avoids the spectre of extreme cold. Capping off the year, December reinstates the city's tropical wonder with a renewed vigour.

Temperature

Fa'a'ā experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 27°C (80.6°F) in December, marking an insignificant shift from 26.4°C (79.5°F) in November. Fa'a'ā, during the nights of December, averages a temperature close to its daytime high, at a still moderately hot 26.3°C (79.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index in December is appraised at a tropical 30°C (86°F). If one persists in activity during exposure, it could induce weariness and subsequently, heat cramps.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. 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 hold great significance to children. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.

Humidity

In Fa'a'ā, French Polynesia, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 25.1 days and typically aggregates up to 198mm (7.8") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Fa'a'ā, the average seawater temperature in December is 28.3°C (82.9°F).
Note: For activities in the water such as swimming or diving, temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are considered optimal for prolonged enjoyment without discomfort.

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 05:14 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 18:36 -10.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Notice! The Sun's UV exposure elevates with sand and water reflections.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?
The high-temperature, in December, in Fa'a'ā, is 27°C (80.6°F), while the low-temperature averages to 26.3°C (79.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in December is appraised at 30°C (86°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
The average relative humidity in December is 78%.
What is the wettest month?
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 25.1 days and typically aggregates up to 198mm (7.8") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in December?
In December, the rain falls for 25.1 days. Throughout December, 198mm (7.8") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the sea water temperature in December?
In Fa'a'ā, the average seawater temperature in December is 28.3°C (82.9°F). 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.
When are the longest days?
With an average of 13h and 12min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
How many hours of daylight does Fa'a'ā have in December?
In December, the average day length is 13h and 10min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:14 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 18:36 -10.
How many hours of sunshine does Fa'a'ā have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 9.6h.
When is the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index intensity in December?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Fa
Average temperature in December
Fa'a'ā, French Polynesia
  • Average high temperature in December: 27°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (27.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (24.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are March and April (26.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.9°C).

Average pressure in December - Fa
Average pressure in December
Fa'a'ā, 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 - Fa
Average wind speed in December
Fa'a'ā, French Polynesia
  • Average wind speed in December: 19.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (24.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (18.1km/h).

Average humidity in December - Fa
Average humidity in December
Fa'a'ā, French Polynesia
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (77%).

Average rainfall in December - Fa
Average rainfall in December
Fa'a'ā, French Polynesia
  • Average rainfall in December: 198mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (198mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (43mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Fa
Average rainfall days in December
Fa'a'ā, French Polynesia
  • Average rainfall days in December: 25.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (27.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (15.5 days).

Average sea temperature in December - Fa
Average sea temperature in December
Fa'a'ā, French Polynesia
  • Average sea temperature in December: 28.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is March (28.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (26.4°C).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fa
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fa'a'ā, French Polynesia
  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 1min

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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December - Fa
Average sunshine days in December
Fa'a'ā, French Polynesia
  • Average sunshine days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (9.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2.6 days).

Average UV index in December - Fa
Average UV index in December
Fa'a'ā, French Polynesia
  • Average UV index in December: 7

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

Average cloud cover in December - Fa
Average cloud cover in December
Fa'a'ā, French Polynesia
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December - Fa
Average visibility in December
Fa'a'ā, French Polynesia
  • 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).

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