December weather forecastMaevatanana, Madagascar
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the summer in Maevatanana, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.5°C (90.5°F) and min 24.4°C (75.9°F).Temperature
With the advent of December, Maevatanana experiences an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.5°C (90.5°F), mirroring a close resemblance to the previous month. Maevatanana temperatures generally rest at a low of 24.4°C (75.9°F) during the December nights.Heat index
The heat index value during December is calculated to be a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 67%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 26 days. Throughout December, 199mm (7.83") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 163.5 rainfall days, and 1163mm (45.79") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 13h and 6min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.On the first day of December in Maevatanana, sunrise is at 05:09 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:22 and sunset at 18:29 EAT.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 10.9h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are February, March, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: An average UV index of 7 in December transforms into this advice:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Maevatanana, Madagascar
- Average high temperature in December: 32.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (34.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (29.1°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 24.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is November (24.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (17.7°C).
Average pressure in December
Maevatanana, Madagascar
- Average pressure in December: 1012.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.3mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Maevatanana, Madagascar
- Average wind speed in December: 8.1km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are July and September (13.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (7.6km/h).
Average humidity in December
Maevatanana, Madagascar
- Average humidity in December: 67%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (48%).
Average rainfall in December
Maevatanana, Madagascar
- Average rainfall in December: 199mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (373mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Maevatanana, Madagascar
- Average rainfall days in December: 26 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (1.3 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Maevatanana, Madagascar
- Average daylight in December: 13h and 6min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in December: 10h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Maevatanana, Madagascar
- Average sunshine days in December: 4.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (0.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Maevatanana, Madagascar
- Average UV index in December: 7
The months with the highest UV index are February, March, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, April, May, June and July (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in December
Maevatanana, Madagascar
- Average cloud cover in December: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 11).
Average visibility in December
Maevatanana, Madagascar
- Average visibility in December: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (9km).
