December weather forecastSanga, Mali

Weather in December

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

December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a torrid 35°C (95°F) in November to a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Marked by a significant drop from the daytime highs, Sanga's average low-temperature in December stands at a comfortable 16°C (60.8°F).

Rainfall

December is the last month it rains. Throughout December, Sanga collects 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. During the entire year, Sanga aggregates up to 505mm (19.88") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of December, 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 in Sanga. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 9 translates into these guidelines:
With the absence of protection, damage to skin and eyes can occur instantly. Ensure precautions are taken. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Apply generously and frequently reapply a sunscreen with SPF 30 or more even on cloudy days, particularly after a swim or outdoor exercise.