December weather forecast
Atar, Mauritania

December

Weather in December

December culminates the year with milder and cozier weather in Atar. The gradual drop in temparature continues, with readings ranging from 15.9°C (60.6°F) to 27.4°C (81.3°F). Even as the temperatures plunge, the weather remains arid, marking December as the driest of the winter months. It is worth noting that December exhibits periodic gusty winds breaching 29.1km/h (18.1mph), causing an occasional spike in wind chill. As the UV index dips to its lowest level of the year, the shorter days accompanied by the crisp winter air culminate the weather calendar for Atar on a soothing note.

Temperature

During the shift to December, a minor reduction in average high-temperature is observed, shifting from a hot 30.6°C (87.1°F) in November to a warm 27.4°C (81.3°F). In the month of December, the nighttime temperature in Atar dips to a steady average of 15.9°C (60.6°F).

Humidity

In Atar, Mauritania, the average relative humidity in December is 24%.

Rainfall

December is the last month it rains. During 0.1 rainfall days, in December, Atar aggregates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. In Atar, Mauritania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 25.2 days and collects up to 39mm (1.54") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Atar is December, with an average of 10h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of December, in Atar, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 18:22 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Atar is 9.6h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 5, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during December leads to these instructions:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Atar in December?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Atar during December are 27.4°C (81.3°F) and 15.9°C (60.6°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in December in Atar?
In December, the average relative humidity in Atar is 24%.
What is the last month it rains in Atar?
December is the last month it rains in Atar, Mauritania. During 0.1 rainfall days, in December, Atar aggregates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.
What is the month with the shortest days in Atar?
The month with the shortest days in Atar is December, with an average of 10h and 54min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Atar?
In Atar, Mauritania, the average day length in December is 10h and 55min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Atar?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 18:22 GMT.
How long on average sun shines in December in Atar?
In Atar, the average sunshine duration in December is 9.6h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Atar?
With an average maximum UV index of 5, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Atar, Mauritania.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Atar?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Atar, Mauritania, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Atar, Mauritania
Average temperature in December
Atar, Mauritania
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (41.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (29.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.3°C).

Average pressure in December - Atar, Mauritania
Average pressure in December
Atar, Mauritania
  • Average pressure in December: 1016.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1009.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Atar, Mauritania
Average wind speed in December
Atar, Mauritania
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (14.3km/h).

Average humidity in December - Atar, Mauritania
Average humidity in December
Atar, Mauritania
  • Average humidity in December: 24%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (27%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (17%).

Average rainfall in December - Atar, Mauritania
Average rainfall in December
Atar, Mauritania
  • Average rainfall in December: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (11mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and April (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Atar, Mauritania
Average rainfall days in December
Atar, Mauritania
  • Average rainfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (6.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.1 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Atar, Mauritania
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Atar, Mauritania
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are May, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December - Atar, Mauritania
Average sunshine days in December
Atar, Mauritania
  • Average sunshine days in December: 30.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (22.5 days).

Average UV index in December - Atar, Mauritania
Average UV index in December
Atar, Mauritania
  • Average UV index in December: 5

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December - Atar, Mauritania
Average cloud cover in December
Atar, Mauritania
  • Average cloud cover in December: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 14).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in December - Atar, Mauritania
Average visibility in December
Atar, Mauritania
  • 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).

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