December weather forecast
Lingga, Malaysia

The first month of the winter, December, is still a tropical month in Lingga, Malaysia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30°C (86°F) and an average low of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Temperature

With the transition into December, Lingga notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30°C (86°F), closely resembling November. December brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in December is calculated to be an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. 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 'real feel' or 'feels like', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Lingga is December, when the rain falls for 28.6 days and typically aggregates up to 159mm (6.26") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Lingga, Malaysia, with an average of 12h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Lingga, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:39 pm +08.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

January, March, June, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Lingga. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during December translates into these guidelines:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.