December weather forecast
Ambahatrazo, Madagascar

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a warm month in Ambahatrazo, Madagascar, with an average temperature varying between 24.4°C (75.9°F) and 28.5°C (83.3°F).

Temperature

The shift to December signals an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.5°C (83.3°F), subtly varied from November's 27.1°C (80.8°F). Recording a slight drop from the daily maximum, Ambahatrazo notes an average low temperature of 24.4°C (75.9°F) in the month of December.

Heat index

During December, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 22.1 days. Throughout December, 107mm (4.21") of precipitation is accumulated. In Ambahatrazo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 254.5 days and collects up to 1408mm (55.43") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Ambahatrazo, with an average of 13h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:56 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:07 and sunset at 18:34 EAT.

Sunshine

December has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during December leads to these instructions:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in December?
During December, Ambahatrazo experiences an average high-temperature of 28.5°C (83.3°F) and a low-temperature of 24.4°C (75.9°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In December, the average relative humidity in Ambahatrazo, Madagascar, is 79%.
How many days does it rain in December?
In Ambahatrazo, during December, the rain falls for 22.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 107mm (4.21") of precipitation.
When are the longest days?
December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 24min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December?
In December, the average day length is 13h and 26min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:56 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:07 and sunset at 18:34 EAT.
What month has the most sunshine?
December has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December?
In Ambahatrazo, the average sunshine duration in December is 10.4h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in December?
In Ambahatrazo, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ambahatrazo, Madagascar
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (24.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (18.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Ambahatrazo, Madagascar
  • Average pressure in December: 1013.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Ambahatrazo, Madagascar
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (16.3km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are May and June (10.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Ambahatrazo, Madagascar
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Ambahatrazo, Madagascar
  • Average rainfall in December: 107mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (254mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (37mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Ambahatrazo, Madagascar
  • Average rainfall days in December: 22.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (27.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (14.3 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ambahatrazo, Madagascar
  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ambahatrazo, Madagascar
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (1.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Ambahatrazo, Madagascar
  • Average UV index in December: 7

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

Average cloud cover in December
Ambahatrazo, Madagascar
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Ambahatrazo, Madagascar
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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

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