December weather forecast
Māhina, French Polynesia

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Weather in December

December completes the cycle with the highest rainfall throughout the year, accumulating to 246mm (9.69"). City temperatures remain stable, providing a warm backdrop to the festive season. The sea, too, stays warm, posing an enticing lure to beachgoers and swimmers. While the daylight duration hits its peak, the cloud coverage stays nearly constant. Winds speed take a decrease, cutting down the gust intensity. In summary, December is a wet and warm month with a significant decrease in winds.

Temperature

Māhina experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 26.8°C (80.2°F) in December, subtly different from November's 26°C (78.8°F). Māhina indicates a consistently low-temperature of 25.9°C (78.6°F) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December 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.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature in Māhina is 28.2°C (82.8°F).
Note: Surface water temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are seen as ideal and highly pleasant for extended enjoyment in all water activities.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Māhina 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 18:20. On the last day of December, in Māhina, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 18:36 -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 in Māhina are January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Stay aware! UV radiation is magnified when reflecting off sand and water.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Māhina?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Māhina, is 26.8°C (80.2°F), while the average low-temperature is 25.9°C (78.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in April is computed to be 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Māhina?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Māhina?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Māhina?

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

How warm is the water in December in Māhina?

In Māhina, the average seawater temperature in December is 28.2°C (82.8°F). For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable.

When are the longest days in Māhina?

With an average of 13h and 12min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Māhina.

How many hours of daylight does Māhina have in December?

The average day length in December in Māhina, French Polynesia, is 13h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Māhina?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:14 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 18:36 -10.

What month has the most sunshine in Māhina?

The month with the most sunshine is December, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Māhina?

In Māhina, French Polynesia, the average sunshine duration in December is 9.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Māhina?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Māhina?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Māhina is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Māhina, French Polynesia

Average temperature in December - Māhina, 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).

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Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Māhina, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Māhina, French Polynesia

Average wind speed in December - Māhina, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Māhina, French Polynesia

Average humidity in December - Māhina, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Māhina, French Polynesia

Average rainfall in December - Māhina, 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).

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Average rainfall days in December
Māhina, French Polynesia

Average rainfall days in December - Māhina, 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).

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Average sea temperature in December
Māhina, French Polynesia

Average sea temperature in December - Māhina, French Polynesia
  • Average sea temperature in December: 28.2°C

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

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Māhina, 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 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Māhina, French Polynesia

Average sunshine days in December - Māhina, 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).

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Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Māhina, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Māhina, French Polynesia

Average cloud cover in December - Māhina, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Māhina, French Polynesia

Average visibility in December - Māhina, 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).

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