December weather forecastMahanoro, Madagascar

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Mahanoro, is still a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.5°C (74.3°F) and max 28.6°C (83.5°F).

Temperature

As Mahanoro, Madagascar, steps into December, the average high-temperature holds at a still moderately hot 28.6°C (83.5°F), hinting at a minor fluctuation from the prior month. Mahanoro, in December, observes a steady average low-temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Heat index

In December, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. 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 single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital 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

September through December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Mahanoro, in December, it is raining for 19.5 days, with typically 81mm (3.19") of accumulated precipitation. In Mahanoro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 221.7 days and collects up to 1039mm (40.91") of precipitation.

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 04:56 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:08 and sunset at 18:27 EAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.5h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year in Mahanoro.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Mahanoro are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in December leads to these recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in December, in Mahanoro, is 28.6°C (83.5°F), while the average low-temperature is 23.5°C (74.3°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).

The months with the lowest humidity are September through December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

In Mahanoro, in December, during 19.5 rainfall days, 81mm (3.19") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 18min of daylight.

In December, the average day length is 13h and 19min.

On the first day of December in Mahanoro, Madagascar, sunrise is at 04:56 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:08 and sunset at 18:27 EAT.

The month with the most sunshine in Mahanoro is December, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.

In Mahanoro, Madagascar, the average sunshine duration in December is 10.5h.

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Mahanoro.

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Mahanoro, Madagascar

  • Average high temperature in December: 28.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.5°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (23.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (18.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Mahanoro, Madagascar

  • Average pressure in December: 1013.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Mahanoro, Madagascar

  • Average wind speed in December: 10.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (12.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.2km/h).

Average humidity in December
Mahanoro, Madagascar

  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September, October, November and December (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Mahanoro, Madagascar

  • Average rainfall in December: 81mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (167mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (29mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Mahanoro, Madagascar

  • Average rainfall days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (24.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11.3 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mahanoro, 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: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 10h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mahanoro, Madagascar

  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (5.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Mahanoro, Madagascar

  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Mahanoro, Madagascar

  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Mahanoro, Madagascar

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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