December weather forecastKudahuvadhoo, Maldives

December

Weather in December

December signals the beginnings of a more dry and sunny season in Kudahuvadhoo, even though rainfall still pops up periodically. The ambient climate is conducive to tourism, with balmy daylight conditions tempered by the refreshing sea breeze. A note of interest is that December records a lower visibility of around 9 km. Nonetheless, transitioning from November, this month embodies the start of favorable weather conditions typical of the Maldivian dry season.

Temperature

In December, Kudahuvadhoo's weather conditions record an average high-temperature of a still warm 28°C (82.4°F), demonstrating little divergence from the preceding month. Kudahuvadhoo's nighttime temperatures in December see a subtle dip to an average of 27°C (80.6°F).

Heat index

December's mean heat index is evaluated at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). With sustained exposure and activity, exhaustion becomes probable, resulting in heat cramps.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Kudahuvadhoo is 76%.

Rainfall

In Kudahuvadhoo, in December, it is raining for 20.7 days, with typically 175mm (6.89") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 212.8 rainfall days, and 1178mm (46.38") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Kudahuvadhoo, Maldives, the average seawater temperature in December is 28.4°C (83.1°F).
Note: Water temperatures ranging between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are regarded as very warm, making swimming, diving, and similar water activities pleasurable for extended periods.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 12h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Kudahuvadhoo, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:10 +05.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 7.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Kudahuvadhoo are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during December morphs into the following directions:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. 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. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Caution! Sand and water reflections can notably increase the UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in December, in Kudahuvadhoo, is 28°C (82.4°F) and the average low-temperature is 27°C (80.6°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 32°C (89.6°F).

In December, the average relative humidity in Kudahuvadhoo is 76%.

In Kudahuvadhoo, Maldives, in December, during 20.7 rainfall days, 175mm (6.89") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Kudahuvadhoo, the average seawater temperature in December is 28.4°C (83.1°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.

The month with the shortest days in Kudahuvadhoo is December, with an average of 12h and 0min of daylight.

In Kudahuvadhoo, Maldives, the average day length in December is 11h and 58min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of the month, in Kudahuvadhoo, Maldives, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:10 +05.

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 7.2h of sunshine.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 7.2h.

The months with the highest UV index in Kudahuvadhoo are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Kudahuvadhoo is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Kudahuvadhoo, Maldives

  • Average high temperature in December: 28°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (29.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (28.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (26.9°C).

Average pressure in December
Kudahuvadhoo, Maldives

  • Average pressure in December: 1010.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1009.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Kudahuvadhoo, Maldives

  • Average wind speed in December: 16.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (20.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (12.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Kudahuvadhoo, Maldives

  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Kudahuvadhoo, Maldives

  • Average rainfall in December: 175mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (180mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (38mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Kudahuvadhoo, Maldives

  • Average rainfall days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (23.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.1 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Kudahuvadhoo, Maldives

  • Average sea temperature in December: 28.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is April (29.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (28.1°C).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kudahuvadhoo, Maldives

  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (5.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Kudahuvadhoo, Maldives

  • Average UV index in December: 7

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

Average cloud cover in December
Kudahuvadhoo, Maldives

  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Kudahuvadhoo, Maldives

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (9km).