December weather forecast
Ampondra, Madagascar

December, the first month of the summer in Ampondra, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 29.8°C (85.6°F) and 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature in December, at a still moderately hot 29.8°C (85.6°F), reveals a modest deviation from November's 28.7°C (83.7°F). Ampondra records an average low of 24.6°C (76.3°F) throughout the nights in December.

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. 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', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Ampondra, in December, during 18.3 rainfall days, 75mm (2.95") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ampondra, during the entire year, the rain falls for 213.2 days and collects up to 769mm (30.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Ampondra, with an average of 12h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Ampondra, sunrise is at 05:03 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:16 and sunset at 18:10 EAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 10.1h.

UV index

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.