December weather forecastSoaloka, Madagascar

December

Weather in December

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

Temperature

Soaloka's temperature peaks during November and December, with an average high-temperature of 31.4°C (88.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during December is evaluated at a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 20.1 days. Throughout December, 94mm (3.7") of precipitation is accumulated. In Soaloka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.7 days and collects up to 952mm (37.48") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 18:38 EAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 11.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

The months of November and December bring the highest temperatures, averaging a high of 31.4°C (88.5°F).

In Soaloka, 31.4°C (88.5°F) is the average high-temperature and 26.3°C (79.3°F) is the average low-temperature during December. In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 39°C (102.2°F).

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

In Soaloka, in December, it is raining for 20.1 days, with typically 94mm (3.7") of accumulated precipitation.

With an average of 13h and 12min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.

The average day length in December is 13h and 13min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 18:38 EAT.

In Soaloka, the average sunshine duration in December is 11.4h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Soaloka, 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
Soaloka, 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
Soaloka, 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
Soaloka, 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
Soaloka, 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
Soaloka, 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
Soaloka, 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 0min).

  • 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
Soaloka, 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
Soaloka, 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
Soaloka, 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
Soaloka, 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).