December weather forecastAmbatosia, Madagascar

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a tropical month in Ambatosia, Madagascar, with an average temperature ranging between max 31°C (87.8°F) and min 24.9°C (76.8°F).

Temperature

On the advent of December, Ambatosia's average high-temperature exhibits a minor adjustment to a still hot 31°C (87.8°F) from November's 31.5°C (88.7°F). In Ambatosia, December nights cool down to an average of 24.9°C (76.8°F).

Heat index

In December, the heat index is appraised at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

In Ambatosia, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 29.4 days. Throughout December, 193mm (7.6") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ambatosia, there are 207.2 rainfall days, and 1328mm (52.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 13h and 0min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Ambatosia.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:06 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of December, in Ambatosia, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 18:17 EAT.

Sunshine

December has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Ambatosia are January through April, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.