December weather forecastMorafenobe, Madagascar

December

Weather in December

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

Temperature

November and December, when the average high-temperature reaches 31.4°C (88.5°F), are the warmest months.

Heat index

The heat index in December is appraised at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Morafenobe, in December, it is raining for 20.1 days, with typically 94mm (3.7") of accumulated precipitation. 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 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:15 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 18:38 EAT.

Sunshine

In Morafenobe, 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during December translates into the following guidance:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.

Frequently asked questions

Morafenobe experiences the peak of its temperatures in November and December, when the average high-temperatures rise to 31.4°C (88.5°F).

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 31.4°C (88.5°F) and a low-temperature of 26.3°C (79.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in December is appraised at 39°C (102.2°F).

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

In Morafenobe, in December, during 20.1 rainfall days, 94mm (3.7") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 12min of daylight.

In Morafenobe, Madagascar, the average day length in December is 13h and 11min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:15 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 18:38 EAT.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 11.4h.

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

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

  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • 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
Morafenobe, 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
Morafenobe, 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
Morafenobe, 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
Morafenobe, 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).