December weather forecast
Sanga, Mali

By December, Sanga settles into a period of sustained dryness coupled with high heat. The weather remarkably follows the pattern set by the first month of the year with temperatures steadying between 16°C (60.8°F) and 32°C (89.6°F). This similarity extends to almost negligible rainfall, mirroring the aridness experienced in January. The consistently high sunshine hours keep Sanga warm and lively. While the UV index drops further to 9 by the end of the year, the necessity for sun protection is undiminished, keeping Sanga vigilant throughout the year.

Temperature

Sanga's progression into December involves a minor drop in the average high-temperature, slightly receding from a sweltering 35°C (95°F) in November to a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). A considerable shift from the daytime highs is observed during December nights, with an average low of 16°C (60.8°F).

Rainfall

December is the last month it rains. Throughout December, Sanga collects 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sanga, 505mm (19.88") of rain is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Sanga.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:04 GMT.

Sunshine

January through March, May, October through December, with an average of 9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 9, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 9 in December transforms into this advice:
Take the necessary steps to protect yourself; unprotected skin and eyes are vulnerable to damage. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. A broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30+ should be used liberally and reapplied every two hours or post an outdoor workout or swim.