December weather forecastBenghazi, Libya

December

Weather in December

In December, Benghazi gets into the full spirit of winter. With the fall of temperatures, the weather turns cooler and rainfall increases to 64mm (2.52"). The days grow noticeably shorter with only 10.1 hours of daylight, which implies fewer sunlit hours. The sea temperatures continue to fall, making swimming less popular during these months. Despite the lack of sunshine, December's relative humidity increases, adding to the chill factor.

Temperature

During the shift to December in Benghazi, a minor reduction in average high-temperature is observed, shifting from a warm 23.2°C (73.8°F) in November to a comfortable 18.4°C (65.1°F). Benghazi records an average low of 9.9°C (49.8°F) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Benghazi is 74%.

Rainfall

In Benghazi, in December, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 64mm (2.52") of accumulated precipitation. In Benghazi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 45 days and collects up to 270mm (10.63") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Benghazi, the average seawater temperature in December is 19°C (66.2°F).
Note: Most people find swimming in 19°C (66.2°F) unenjoyable. As the water temperature falls from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), controlling one's breathing becomes harder.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 17:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:39 and sunset at 17:45 EET.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Benghazi.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During December, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

Updated: Feb 3, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in Benghazi, records 18.4°C (65.1°F), while the low-temperature is 9.9°C (49.8°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).

In Benghazi, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

In December, in Benghazi, Libya, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout December, 64mm (2.52") of precipitation is accumulated.

In December, the average sea temperature is 19°C (66.2°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 19°C (66.2°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

The average day length in December is 10h and 5min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 17:34. On the last day of the month, in Benghazi, Libya, sunrise is at 07:39 and sunset at 17:45 EET.

The month with the least sunshine in Benghazi, Libya, is December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December in Benghazi is 5.4h.

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Benghazi, Libya.

In Benghazi, Libya, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average high temperature

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18.4°C

16.7°C

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Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average UV index

Average temperature in December
Benghazi, Libya

Average high temperature in December: 18.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (32.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.7°C).

Average low temperature in December: 9.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.3°C).

Average humidity in December
Benghazi, Libya

Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (55%).

Average rainfall in December
Benghazi, Libya

Average rainfall in December: 64mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (66mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Benghazi, Libya

Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (12 days).
The months with the least rainy days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Benghazi, Libya

Average sea temperature in December: 19°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (27°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (16°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Benghazi, Libya

Average daylight in December: 10h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

Average sunshine in December: 5h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).