December weather forecast
Rantabe, Madagascar

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Rantabe, is still a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 29.8°C (85.6°F) and 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Temperature

The warmest months are February and December, with an average high-temperature of 29.8°C (85.6°F).

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are November and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Rantabe, during December, the rain falls for 22.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 100mm (3.94") of precipitation. In Rantabe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 273.6 days and collects up to 871mm (34.29") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:00 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 18:15 EAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 10.2h.

UV index

January through March, November and 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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month?
February and December are characterised by peak temperatures, with an average high of 29.8°C (85.6°F).
How hot does it get in December?
In December, in Rantabe, the average high-temperature is 29.8°C (85.6°F), and the average low-temperature is 23.3°C (73.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in December is appraised at 37°C (98.6°F).
What is the least humid month?
The months with the lowest humidity in Rantabe are November and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.
What is the average humidity in December?
In Rantabe, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.
How many days does it rain in December?
In December, the rain falls for 22.2 days. Throughout December, 100mm (3.94") of precipitation is accumulated.
When are the longest days?
The month with the longest days in Rantabe is December, with an average of 13h and 0min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Rantabe have in December?
In December, the average day length is 13h and 2min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:00 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 18:15 EAT.
How long on average sun shines in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 10.2h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in December?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Rantabe, Madagascar
Average temperature in December
Rantabe, Madagascar
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and December (29.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (24.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (23.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (19.3°C).

Average pressure in December - Rantabe, Madagascar
Average pressure in December
Rantabe, Madagascar
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1018.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Rantabe, Madagascar
Average wind speed in December
Rantabe, Madagascar
  • Average wind speed in December: 11km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (17.6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and February (9.6km/h).

Average humidity in December - Rantabe, Madagascar
Average humidity in December
Rantabe, Madagascar
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are November and December (78%).

Average rainfall in December - Rantabe, Madagascar
Average rainfall in December
Rantabe, Madagascar
  • Average rainfall in December: 100mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and March (132mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (29mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Rantabe, Madagascar
Average rainfall days in December
Rantabe, Madagascar
  • Average rainfall days in December: 22.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (27.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (16.7 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rantabe, Madagascar
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rantabe, Madagascar
  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December - Rantabe, Madagascar
Average sunshine days in December
Rantabe, Madagascar
  • Average sunshine days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (7.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and June (2.3 days).

Average UV index in December - Rantabe, Madagascar
Average UV index in December
Rantabe, Madagascar
  • Average UV index in December: 7

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

Average cloud cover in December - Rantabe, Madagascar
Average cloud cover in December
Rantabe, Madagascar
  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December - Rantabe, Madagascar
Average visibility in December
Rantabe, 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).

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