December weather forecast
Tsifota, Madagascar

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Tsifota, is still a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.8°C (76.6°F) and max 31.2°C (88.2°F).

Temperature

December's presence marks an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.2°C (88.2°F), subtly varied from November's 30.5°C (86.9°F). In December, Tsifota's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 24.8°C (76.6°F) during the night.

Heat index

The heat index value during December is evaluated at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children often fail to understand the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - hence, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during ongoing physical activities.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 67%.

Rainfall

In Tsifota, in December, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 25mm (0.98") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 93.8 rainfall days, and 297mm (11.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 18:55 EAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Tsifota is 11.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in December?
In Tsifota, 31.2°C (88.2°F) is the average high-temperature and 24.8°C (76.6°F) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in December is evaluated at 37°C (98.6°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In December, the average relative humidity in Tsifota is 67%.
How much does it rain in December?
In Tsifota, in December, during 10 rainfall days, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When are the longest days?
With an average of 13h and 30min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
What is the average length of the day in December?
In December, the average day length in Tsifota is 13h and 31min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 18:55 EAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Tsifota have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 11.9h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Tsifota?
In Tsifota, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Tsifota, Madagascar
Average temperature in December
Tsifota, Madagascar
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (25.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (18.8°C).

Average pressure in December - Tsifota, Madagascar
Average pressure in December
Tsifota, Madagascar
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Tsifota, Madagascar
Average wind speed in December
Tsifota, Madagascar
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (19km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are March and May (15.6km/h).

Average humidity in December - Tsifota, Madagascar
Average humidity in December
Tsifota, Madagascar
  • Average humidity in December: 67%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (70%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and September (62%).

Average rainfall in December - Tsifota, Madagascar
Average rainfall in December
Tsifota, Madagascar
  • Average rainfall in December: 25mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (89mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (3mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Tsifota, Madagascar
Average rainfall days in December
Tsifota, Madagascar
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.3 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tsifota, Madagascar
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Tsifota, Madagascar
  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 11h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are October and November (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December - Tsifota, Madagascar
Average sunshine days in December
Tsifota, Madagascar
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.5 days).

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

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

Average cloud cover in December - Tsifota, Madagascar
Average cloud cover in December
Tsifota, Madagascar
  • Average cloud cover in December: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in December - Tsifota, Madagascar
Average visibility in December
Tsifota, 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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