December weather forecastAnkalalobe, Madagascar

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Ankalalobe, is also a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 31.4°C (88.5°F) and 26.3°C (79.3°F).

Temperature

November and December are known as Ankalalobe's warmest months, with an average high-temperature of 31.4°C (88.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during December is estimated at a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 72%.

Rainfall

In Ankalalobe, in December, during 20.1 rainfall days, 94mm (3.7") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161.7 rainfall days, and 952mm (37.48") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 18:42 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 11.4h.

UV index

January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during December morphs into the following directions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Frequently asked questions

The peak of Ankalalobe's temperatures is noted during November and December, averaging a high-temperature of 31.4°C (88.5°F).

In Ankalalobe, 31.4°C (88.5°F) is the average high-temperature and 26.3°C (79.3°F) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in December is estimated at 39°C (102.2°F).

In Ankalalobe, the average relative humidity in December is 72%.

In Ankalalobe, in December, it is raining for 20.1 days, with typically 94mm (3.7") of accumulated precipitation.

With an average of 13h and 18min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.

In Ankalalobe, Madagascar, the average day length in December is 13h and 17min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 18:42 EAT.

In Ankalalobe, the average sunshine duration in December is 11.4h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

  • Average high temperature in December: 31.4°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are November and December (31.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (21.5°C).

Average pressure in December
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

  • Average pressure in December: 1010.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

  • Average wind speed in December: 11.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (14.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (10.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (64%).

Average rainfall in December
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

  • Average rainfall in December: 94mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (315mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (4mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

  • Average rainfall days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.7 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 18min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 11h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (1.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

  • Average cloud cover in December: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in December
Ankalalobe, Madagascar

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).