December weather forecastSelekoh, Malaysia

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a hot month in Selekoh, Malaysia, with an average temperature varying between 24.6°C (76.3°F) and 30.6°C (87.1°F).

Temperature

December is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 30.6°C (87.1°F) to a low of 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index for December is estimated at a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 27.1 days. Throughout December, 114mm (4.49") of precipitation is accumulated. In Selekoh, during the entire year, the rain falls for 271.7 days and collects up to 810mm (31.89") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Selekoh, Malaysia, is December, with an average of 11h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of December, in Selekoh, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:17 pm +08.

Sunshine

In Selekoh, the average sunshine in December is 7.9h.

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 are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

December is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 30.6°C (87.1°F) and as low as 24.6°C (76.3°F).

During December, Selekoh experiences an average high-temperature of 30.6°C (87.1°F) and a low-temperature of 24.6°C (76.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in December is estimated at 39°C (102.2°F).

January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

The average relative humidity in December in Selekoh is 79%.

In December, the rain falls for 27.1 days. Throughout December, 114mm (4.49") of precipitation is accumulated.

With an average of 11h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

The average day length in December is 11h and 54min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:17 pm +08.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 7.9h.

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

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index.

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

  • Average high temperature in December: 30.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (32.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (30.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (25.9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (24.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Selekoh, Malaysia

  • Average pressure in December: 1009.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Selekoh, Malaysia

  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are July and August (7.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (6.3km/h).

Average humidity in December
Selekoh, Malaysia

  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Selekoh, Malaysia

  • Average rainfall in December: 114mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (117mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (34mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Selekoh, Malaysia

  • Average rainfall days in December: 27.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (27.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (16.7 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Selekoh, Malaysia

  • Average sunshine days in December: 1.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (8.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (1.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Selekoh, Malaysia

  • Average UV index in December: 7

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

Average cloud cover in December
Selekoh, Malaysia

  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Selekoh, Malaysia

  • 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).