December weather forecastAmbanja, Madagascar
December
Weather in December
December in Ambanja embodies the full tropical, rainy, and hot weather. The month signifies the peak wet season, with much heavier rainfall levels reaching 230mm (9.06"). Alongside this, the maximum temperature rises to 28.7°C (83.7°F), and the humidity level remains consistently high at 76%. Even so, with increased cloud cover, the city experiences a slight drop in visibility, decreasing to 9km (5.6mi). Delving into the beautiful chaos of the peak wet season, December transforms Ambanja into a verdant paradise, saturated under warm tropical rains and enveloped in high humidity.Temperature
The initiation of December sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.7°C (83.7°F), showing minor variations from the previous month. A mean low-temperature of 26°C (78.8°F) is anticipated during the month of December, a slight step down from the daytime high.Heat index
December's heat index is evaluated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Ambanja is 76%.Rainfall
In Ambanja, during December, the rain falls for 29.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 230mm (9.06") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 284.4 rainfall days, and 1623mm (63.9") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:09 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 18:16 EAT.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine in Ambanja, Madagascar, is December, with an average of 10.8h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Ambanja are February through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Ambanja, Madagascar
- Average high temperature in December: 28.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (28.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (25.8°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 26°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (26.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (22.2°C).
Average pressure in December
Ambanja, Madagascar
- Average pressure in December: 1011.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1017mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.7mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Ambanja, Madagascar
- Average wind speed in December: 10.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (8.8km/h).
Average humidity in December
Ambanja, Madagascar
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Ambanja, Madagascar
- Average rainfall in December: 230mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (417mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (22mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Ambanja, Madagascar
- Average rainfall days in December: 29.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (18.3 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ambanja, Madagascar
- Average daylight in December: 12h and 54min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 10h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Ambanja, Madagascar
- Average sunshine days in December: 1.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (9.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and April (0.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Ambanja, Madagascar
- Average UV index in December: 7
The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in December
Ambanja, Madagascar
- Average cloud cover in December: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in December
Ambanja, Madagascar
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (9km).
