December weather forecastBelle Terre, Mauritius

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is also a moderately hot month in Belle Terre, Mauritius, with an average temperature varying between 27.6°C (81.7°F) and 24.7°C (76.5°F).

Temperature

December's average high-temperature is a still moderately hot 27.6°C (81.7°F), maintaining a close comparison with November's 26.3°C (79.3°F). In the month of December, Belle Terre experiences a minor discrepancy from peak daytime temperatures, settling at an average low-temperature of 24.7°C (76.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for December is evaluated at a tropical 30°C (86°F). Long-standing exposure coupled with ongoing activity could result in exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Belle Terre, during December, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of precipitation. In Belle Terre, Mauritius, during the entire year, the rain falls for 207.3 days and collects up to 645mm (25.39") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 13h and 18min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Belle Terre, Mauritius.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:20 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 18:53 +04.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Belle Terre is 10.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in Belle Terre, is 27.6°C (81.7°F), while the low-temperature averages to 24.7°C (76.5°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).

The average relative humidity in December in Belle Terre, Mauritius, is 75%.

In December, in Belle Terre, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout December, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

With an average of 13h and 18min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.

In December, the average day length in Belle Terre is 13h and 20min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:20 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 18:53 +04.

The average sunshine duration in December in Belle Terre, Mauritius, is 10.1h.

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Belle Terre, Mauritius.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Belle Terre is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Belle Terre, Mauritius

  • Average high temperature in December: 27.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (23.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (25.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (20.7°C).

Average pressure in December
Belle Terre, Mauritius

  • Average pressure in December: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Belle Terre, Mauritius

  • Average wind speed in December: 16.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (22.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (16.4km/h).

Average humidity in December
Belle Terre, Mauritius

  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Belle Terre, Mauritius

  • Average rainfall in December: 72mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (129mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (12mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Belle Terre, Mauritius

  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (12.2 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Belle Terre, Mauritius

  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 18min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 10h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Belle Terre, Mauritius

  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (11.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (3.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Belle Terre, Mauritius

  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December
Belle Terre, Mauritius

  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Belle Terre, Mauritius

  • 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).