December weather forecastAmbodilafa, Madagascar

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is also a moderately hot month in Ambodilafa, Madagascar, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.4°C (75.9°F) and 28.5°C (83.3°F).

Temperature

Welcoming December, Ambodilafa notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.5°C (83.3°F), nearly consistent with November's 27.1°C (80.8°F). A mild drop to an average of 24.4°C (75.9°F) marks the nights during December.

Heat index

The heat index value for December is calculated to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. 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 particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.

Humidity

In Ambodilafa, Madagascar, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Ambodilafa, during December, the rain falls for 22.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 107mm (4.21") of precipitation. In Ambodilafa, Madagascar, during the entire year, the rain falls for 254.5 days and collects up to 1408mm (55.43") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Ambodilafa is December, with an average of 13h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:57 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:09 and sunset at 18:31 EAT.

Sunshine

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

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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in December transforms into this advice:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.

Updated: Aug 5, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in December, in Ambodilafa, is 28.5°C (83.3°F) and the average low-temperature is 24.4°C (75.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in December is calculated to be 33°C (91.4°F).

In Ambodilafa, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

In Ambodilafa, Madagascar, in December, during 22.1 rainfall days, 107mm (4.21") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 24min of daylight.

In Ambodilafa, the average day length in December is 13h and 21min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:57 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:09 and sunset at 18:31 EAT.

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

In December, the average sunshine duration is 10.4h.

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

27.1°C

28.5°C

28.6°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

16.4km/h

15km/h

14.1km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

10.2

7.1

1.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Ambodilafa, 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
Ambodilafa, 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
Ambodilafa, 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
Ambodilafa, 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
Ambodilafa, 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
Ambodilafa, 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
Ambodilafa, Madagascar

Average daylight in December: 13h and 24min

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 54min).

Average sunshine in December: 10h and 24min

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
Ambodilafa, 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
Ambodilafa, 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
Ambodilafa, 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
Ambodilafa, 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).