December weather forecastGao, Mali
December
Weather in December
December closes the year in Gao, Mali with a continuation of the November pattern. It presents no rainfall, lower temperature averages, and shorter daylight periods. Amid lowered temperatures, the climate is relatively mild compared to the extreme heat of earlier months. Clear skies boost visibility, favoring outdoor activities despite fewer daylight hours. The frequent, gentle breeze rounded with temperatures dipping to 17.6°C (63.7°F) at night helps to promote a thrilling end to the year.Temperature
The average high-temperature slightly decreases in December, shifting from a sweltering 35.5°C (95.9°F) in November to a hot 31.5°C (88.7°F). Despite the intense daytime heat, Gao sustains a steady low-temperature average of 17.6°C (63.7°F) during December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Gao is 15%.Rainfall
January through April, November and December are months without rainfall.Daylight
With an average of 11h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 17:26. On the last day of December, in Gao, Mali, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 17:38 GMT.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine in Gao, Mali, are January and December, with an average of 7.5h of sunshine.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Gao. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In December, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Gao, Mali
- Average high temperature in December: 31.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (42.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.8°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 17.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (32.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°C).
Average pressure in December
Gao, Mali
- Average pressure in December: 1014mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1014.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1007mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Gao, Mali
- Average wind speed in December: 15.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (16.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (11.6km/h).
Average humidity in December
Gao, Mali
- Average humidity in December: 15%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (38%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (11%).
Average rainfall in December
Gao, Mali
- Average rainfall in December: 0mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (56mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March, April, November and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Gao, Mali
- Average rainfall days in December: 0 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gao, Mali
- Average daylight in December: 11h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in December: 7h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Gao, Mali
- Average sunshine days in December: 31 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Gao, Mali
- Average UV index in December: 6
The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July and September (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in December
Gao, Mali
- Average cloud cover in December: 8
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in December
Gao, Mali
- 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).
