December weather forecastIlakaka, Madagascar

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Ilakaka, is still a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 29.7°C (85.5°F) and 19.7°C (67.5°F).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Ilakaka's average high-temperature clocks in at a warm 29.7°C (85.5°F), showing a minor fluctuation from the previous month. December nights observe an average temperature dip to a refreshing 19.7°C (67.5°F).

Heat index

In December, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. 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 December, the average relative humidity is 65%.

Rainfall

In Ilakaka, during December, the rain falls for 19.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 102mm (4.02") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.5 rainfall days, and 647mm (25.47") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 13h and 30min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Ilakaka.
On the first day of December in Ilakaka, sunrise is at 05:05 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:17 and sunset at 18:47 EAT.

Sunshine

In Ilakaka, the average sunshine in December is 11.3h.

UV index

January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

During December, Ilakaka experiences an average high-temperature of 29.7°C (85.5°F) and a low-temperature of 19.7°C (67.5°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 33°C (91.4°F).

The average relative humidity in December in Ilakaka, Madagascar, is 65%.

In December, the rain falls for 19.5 days. Throughout December, 102mm (4.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 30min of daylight.

In December, the average day length is 13h and 30min.

On the first day of December in Ilakaka, Madagascar, sunrise is at 05:05 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:17 and sunset at 18:47 EAT.

In December, the average sunshine duration in Ilakaka, Madagascar, is 11.3h.

January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

In Ilakaka, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ilakaka, Madagascar

  • Average high temperature in December: 29.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (30.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (19.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.4°C).

Average pressure in December
Ilakaka, Madagascar

  • Average pressure in December: 1012mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Ilakaka, Madagascar

  • Average wind speed in December: 10.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (13.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (10.8km/h).

Average humidity in December
Ilakaka, Madagascar

  • Average humidity in December: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (51%).

Average rainfall in December
Ilakaka, Madagascar

  • Average rainfall in December: 102mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (192mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (2mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Ilakaka, Madagascar

  • Average rainfall days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (24.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (2.4 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 30min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 11h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ilakaka, Madagascar

  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Ilakaka, Madagascar

  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Ilakaka, Madagascar

  • Average cloud cover in December: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in December
Ilakaka, Madagascar

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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