December weather forecastAmbovombe, Madagascar

Weather in December

Finally, as the year concludes, December paints Ambovombe in a canvas of warm hues. Keeping with the overall trend, temperatures see a marginal rise from November. The change does not deter the joyous mood of the city bubbling with holiday cheer. Interestingly, the wind speed slows down, laying a calming effect on the surrounding environment. Heavier rains making a comeback signaling an end of the year and a round-off of the city's weather cycle.

Temperature

The warmest period is December, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 30.7°C (87.3°F) and a low of 23.4°C (74.1°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in December is calculated to be a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Use additional protective measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible outcomes. Continuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

In Ambovombe, the average relative humidity in December is 70%.

Rainfall

In Ambovombe, during December, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 40mm (1.57") of precipitation. In Ambovombe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.4 days and collects up to 309mm (12.17") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 13h and 42min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 04:57 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:08 and sunset at 18:49 EAT.

Sunshine

December has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.