December weather forecast
Nabeina, Kiribati

A significant upswing in precipitation, accompanied by steady temperature trends, underlines the December weather in Nabeina, Kiribati. A large leap from 55mm (2.17") in November to 126mm (4.96") portrays December as the month with the highest rainfall amount. It creates a striking contrast to the drier November, heralding even more intense showers. Coupled with relatively cooler days, the month illuminates the profound nature of the tropical wet season. The weather in December offers a unique spectacle of strong showers and humid atmosphere associated with the tropical Christmas.

Temperature

Transitioning into December, Nabeina experiences an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.6°C (83.5°F), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. Nighttime temperature reflects an average dip to a still moderately hot 27.4°C (81.3°F) in December, subtly cooler than its daytime highs.

Heat index

December's average heat index is evaluated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 15.9 days. Throughout December, 126mm (4.96") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 192.9 rainfall days, and 1106mm (43.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:31 +12.

Sunshine

In Nabeina, the average sunshine in December is 7.8h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during December translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.