December weather forecast
Hithaadhoo, Maldives

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Weather in December

December weather in Hithaadhoo, Maldives reveals a significant downward trend in rainfall to 198mm (7.8") from the peaks witnessed in the past months. The intensity of rain is moderated, suggesting the gradual move towards the drier season. The sea readjusts to slightly cooler temperatures encouraging water activities. The number of sunshine hours steadily rise, further brightening up the days. Remarkably, the UV index drops to its lowest monthly reading, yet sun safety remains a crucial measure.

Temperature

Hithaadhoo's coldest season falls during January, June through December, averaging a high-temperature of 30°C (86°F).

Rainfall

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

Sea temperature

The months with the coldest seawater in Hithaadhoo are January, February, August, October and December, with an average sea temperature of 28°C (82.4°F).
Note: Surface water temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are considered superb and highly pleasant for water activities over extended periods.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Hithaadhoo, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:06 +05.

Sunshine

In Hithaadhoo, Maldives, 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 excessive health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 11 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Put into effect every essential safeguard, as unprotected skin and eyes might burn instantly. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. A broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30+ should be liberally applied and re-applied every two hours, and immediately after an outdoor workout or a swim. Be alert! The reflection of water and sand augments UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Hithaadhoo?

Hithaadhoo's temperatures tend to hit their minimum during January, June through December, with an average high-temperature of 30°C (86°F).

Is it hot in Hithaadhoo during December?

During December, Hithaadhoo experiences an average high-temperature of 30°C (86°F) and a low-temperature of 25°C (77°F).

How much does it rain in Hithaadhoo in December?

In Hithaadhoo, in December, during 12 rainfall days, 198mm (7.8") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What months are the sea coldest in Hithaadhoo?

The months with the coldest seawater in Hithaadhoo, Maldives, are January, February, August, October and December, with an average sea temperature of 28°C (82.4°F).

What is the water temperature in December in Hithaadhoo?

In December, the average sea temperature in Hithaadhoo, Maldives, is 28°C (82.4°F). For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hithaadhoo?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hithaadhoo have in December?

The average day length in December is 11h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hithaadhoo?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of the month, in Hithaadhoo, Maldives, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:06 +05.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hithaadhoo?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Hithaadhoo is 7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Hithaadhoo?

June, July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 11, are months with the lowest UV index in Hithaadhoo, Maldives.

How high is the UV index in December in Hithaadhoo?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Hithaadhoo, Maldives, is 11. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an excessive health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hithaadhoo, Maldives

Average temperature in December - Hithaadhoo, Maldives
  • Average high temperature in December: 30°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (32°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (30°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are April, May and June (26°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, February, March, July, August, September, October, November and December (25°C).

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Average rainfall in December
Hithaadhoo, Maldives

Average rainfall in December - Hithaadhoo, Maldives
  • Average rainfall in December: 198mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (229mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (68mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Hithaadhoo, Maldives

Average rainfall days in December - Hithaadhoo, Maldives
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May, August, September and October (15 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Hithaadhoo, Maldives

Average sea temperature in December - Hithaadhoo, Maldives
  • Average sea temperature in December: 28°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are April and May (30°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, August, October and December (28°C).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hithaadhoo, Maldives

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hithaadhoo, Maldives
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 10h).
The months with the least sunshine are June, July and November (Average sunshine: 6h).

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Average UV index in December
Hithaadhoo, Maldives

Average UV index in December - Hithaadhoo, Maldives
  • Average UV index in December: 11

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October and November (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July and December (UV index 11).

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