December weather forecast
Kudahuvadhoo, Maldives

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.