December weather forecast
Boutilimit, Mauritania

December

Weather in December

In December, Boutilimit witnesses the lowest temperatures of the year, with the higher limit at 32°C (89.6°F). The cooler temperatures set the stage for the city's "winter" season. The decrease in temperatures is, however, not accompanied by an increase in rainfall; the month remains dry with 0mm (0") of recorded rainfall. Despite the cooler temperatures, the sunshine continues unabated, and the wind speed see a slight uptick. As Boutilimit wraps up the year, the city experiences a dry, sunny, and slightly cooler December, maintaining its weather identity of being predominantly hot and arid.

Temperature

December is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a sweltering 35.3°C (95.5°F) in November to a hot 32°C (89.6°F). A stark contrast in day to night temperatures can be seen in December, with an average low-temperature of 19.5°C (67.1°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 18%.

Rainfall

In Boutilimit, rain does not fall in January, March, November and December.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 18:35 GMT.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 9.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in December?
During December, Boutilimit experiences an average high-temperature of 32°C (89.6°F) and a low-temperature of 19.5°C (67.1°F). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 46°C (114.8°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In December, the average relative humidity is 18%.
What is the driest month?
January, March, November and December are months without rainfall.
What is the month with the shortest days?
With an average of 11h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
What is the average length of the day in December?
In December, the average day length is 11h and 6min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 18:35 GMT.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Boutilimit?
January, February and December, with an average of 9.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Boutilimit have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 9.5h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index intensity in December?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Boutilimit is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
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Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
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Average visibility
Average temperature in December
Boutilimit, Mauritania
  • Average high temperature in December: 32°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (42.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (29.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Boutilimit, Mauritania
  • Average pressure in December: 1014.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1014.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1009.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Boutilimit, Mauritania
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (19.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (15.2km/h).

Average humidity in December
Boutilimit, Mauritania
  • Average humidity in December: 18%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (48%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (17%).

Average rainfall in December
Boutilimit, Mauritania
  • Average rainfall in December: 0mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are August and September (22mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March, November and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Boutilimit, Mauritania
  • Average rainfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (8.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Boutilimit, Mauritania
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Boutilimit, Mauritania
  • Average sunshine days in December: 30.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (19.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Boutilimit, Mauritania
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The month with the highest UV index is May (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December
Boutilimit, Mauritania
  • Average cloud cover in December: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in December
Boutilimit, 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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