December weather forecastMintu, Malaysia

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mintu, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.4°C (86.7°F) and an average low of 23.4°C (74.1°F).

Temperature

December's average high-temperature stands at a still hot 30.4°C (86.7°F), showing little deviation from November's 31.3°C (88.3°F). Nighttime temperatures in December average to a warm 23.4°C (74.1°F) in Mintu, Malaysia.

Heat index

The average heat index in December is appraised at a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to 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.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 24.1 days and typically aggregates up to 192mm (7.56") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Mintu, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:40 pm +08.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during December leads to these instructions:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

During December, Mintu experiences an average high-temperature of 30.4°C (86.7°F) and a low-temperature of 23.4°C (74.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in December is appraised at 41°C (105.8°F).

The months with the highest humidity in Mintu are January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

In December, the average relative humidity in Mintu, Malaysia, is 86%.

December is the month with the most rainfall in Mintu. Rain falls for 24.1 days and accumulates 192mm (7.56") of precipitation.

In Mintu, during December, the rain falls for 24.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 192mm (7.56") of precipitation.

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 6min of daylight.

The average day length in December in Mintu is 12h and 3min.

On the first day of December in Mintu, Malaysia, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:40 pm +08.

The average sunshine duration in December in Mintu, Malaysia, is 6.8h.

The months with the highest UV index in Mintu are February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Mintu is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Mintu, Malaysia

  • Average high temperature in December: 30.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (32.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (29.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (24.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (23.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Mintu, Malaysia

  • Average pressure in December: 1009mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May, November and December (1009mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Mintu, Malaysia

  • Average wind speed in December: 4.6km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (5.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (4km/h).

Average humidity in December
Mintu, Malaysia

  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Mintu, Malaysia

  • Average rainfall in December: 192mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (192mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (63mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Mintu, Malaysia

  • Average rainfall days in December: 24.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (24.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (15.7 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mintu, Malaysia

  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 48min

The months with the most sunshine are July, August and September (Average sunshine: 8h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mintu, Malaysia

  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Mintu, Malaysia

  • Average UV index in December: 7

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

Average cloud cover in December
Mintu, Malaysia

  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Mintu, Malaysia

  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (8km).