December weather forecastChoisy, Mauritius

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Choisy, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.7°C (76.5°F) and max 27.6°C (81.7°F).

Temperature

December notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.6°C (81.7°F), subtly differing from November's 26.3°C (79.3°F). Choisy experiences a steady nighttime temperature of 24.7°C (76.5°F) throughout the month of December.

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is estimated at a tropical 30°C (86°F). Prolonged exposure and physical activity might induce exhaustion, potentially causing heat cramps.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, in Choisy, Mauritius, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout December, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Choisy, there are 207.3 rainfall days, and 645mm (25.39") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Choisy, Mauritius, with an average of 13h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:54 +04.

Sunshine

In Choisy, the average sunshine in December 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.

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

During December, Choisy experiences an average high-temperature of 27.6°C (81.7°F) and a low-temperature of 24.7°C (76.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in December is estimated at 30°C (86°F).

In December, the average relative humidity in Choisy, Mauritius, is 75%.

In Choisy, in December, during 18.3 rainfall days, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

December has the longest days of the year in Choisy, with an average of 13h and 24min of daylight.

The average day length in December in Choisy is 13h and 21min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, in Choisy, Mauritius, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:54 +04.

In Choisy, Mauritius, the average sunshine duration in December is 10.1h.

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

In Choisy, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk 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

26.3°C

27.6°C

28.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

17km/h

17.4km/h

18.2km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

10.6

7.8

4.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Choisy, 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
Choisy, 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
Choisy, 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
Choisy, 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
Choisy, 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
Choisy, 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
Choisy, Mauritius

Average daylight in December: 13h and 24min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
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
Choisy, 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
Choisy, 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
Choisy, 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
Choisy, 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).