December weather forecast
Ari Atoll, Maldives

The year concludes with December bringing about much-anticipated changes in Ari Atoll, Maldives. Rainfalls lessen to 198mm (7.8") and the sea temperature cools to 28°C (82.4°F). Though daylight hours persist at 11.9 hours, an evident decrease in hours of sunlight is noticed. Despite being the end of the monsoon season, December is noted for rainfall, albeit less intense than the preceding months. With the close of December, the subsequent month of January ushers residents back into a slightly warmer and sunnier period.

Temperature

Ari Atoll witnesses its lowest temperatures during January, June through December, when the average high-temperature reaches 30°C (86°F).

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout December, 198mm (7.8") of precipitation is accumulated. In Ari Atoll, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139 days and collects up to 1938mm (76.3") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

January, February, October and December, with an average sea temperature of 28°C (82.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Ari Atoll.
Note: For any water activity, surface water temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are deemed perfect and extremely pleasing for enduring enjoyment.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Ari Atoll is December, with an average of 11h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Ari Atoll, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:08 +05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 7h.

UV index

June, July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 11, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 11 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Undertake all critical precautions. Protection from sun harm is vital. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Regularly apply and reapply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a minimum SPF 30 every two hours, or straight after swimming or an outdoor activity. Warning! The Sun's UV rays intensify with reflections from sand and water.