December weather forecastCamp Ithier, Mauritius

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a warm month in Camp Ithier, Mauritius, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.1°C (77.2°F) and max 27.4°C (81.3°F).

Temperature

As December unfolds, the average high-temperature reaches a still moderately hot 27.4°C (81.3°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from the previous month. December's average low-temperature in Camp Ithier, Mauritius, is a still moderately hot 25.1°C (77.2°F), reflecting a minor difference from the day's peak temperatures.

Heat index

For December, the heat index is appraised at a hot 30°C (86°F). Enduring exposure and continuous activity might cause a feeling of tiredness and induce heat cramps.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.

Humidity

In Camp Ithier, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Camp Ithier, during December, the rain falls for 17.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 59mm (2.32") of precipitation. In Camp Ithier, during the entire year, the rain falls for 200.8 days and collects up to 550mm (21.65") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Camp Ithier, Mauritius, with an average of 13h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:20 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 18:52 +04.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Camp Ithier is 10.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.

Updated: Feb 7, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 27.4°C (81.3°F) and 25.1°C (77.2°F) respectively. In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 30°C (86°F).

In Camp Ithier, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

In Camp Ithier, in December, during 17.1 rainfall days, 59mm (2.32") of precipitation is typically 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 Camp Ithier is 13h and 20min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:20 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 18:52 +04.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 10.2h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in December 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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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

25.8°C

27.4°C

27.9°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

18.3km/h

18.8km/h

19.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

14.2

10.1

7.2

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

40%

44%

Average visibility

10km

Average temperature in December
Camp Ithier, Mauritius

Average high temperature in December: 27.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (22.9°C).

Average low temperature in December: 25.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (21.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Camp Ithier, Mauritius

Average pressure in December: 1013.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1021.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Camp Ithier, Mauritius

Average wind speed in December: 18km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (24.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (17.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Camp Ithier, Mauritius

Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and September (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Camp Ithier, Mauritius

Average rainfall in December: 59mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (105mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (14mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Camp Ithier, Mauritius

Average rainfall days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Camp Ithier, 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 12min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Camp Ithier, Mauritius

Average sunshine days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4 days).

Average UV index in December
Camp Ithier, Mauritius

Average UV index in December: 7

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

Average cloud cover in December
Camp Ithier, Mauritius

Average cloud cover in December: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Camp Ithier, 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).