December weather forecastLabuan, Malaysia

Weather in December

As Labuan welcomes December, it reaffirms the consistency in the city's climatic design. Acknowledging the marginal drop in temperature and rise in average rainfall showcasing the transition from November. An increase in cloudy days inevitably reduces sunshine hours, leading to more cloudy skies throughout the city. Despite the changes, the wind speed continues to remain moderate, offering consistent conditions conducive to outdoor activities. December in Labuan is distinctive for experiencing the highest rainfall of 160mm (6.3"), culminating the year on a high note for rain lovers.

Temperature

The arrival of December marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.8°C (85.6°F) from November's 30.4°C (86.7°F). During the nights in December, Labuan experiences a consistent average temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Heat index

December's heat index is calculated to be a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

January, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months in Labuan, Malaysia.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Labuan, Malaysia, is December, when the rain falls for 27.5 days and typically aggregates up to 160mm (6.3") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 6:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 6:16 pm +08.

Sunshine

In Labuan, Malaysia, the average sunshine in December is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in Labuan are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in December translates into this advice:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.