December weather forecastD'Epinay, Mauritius

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is also a moderately hot month in D'Epinay, Mauritius, with an average temperature ranging between max 27.6°C (81.7°F) and min 25.2°C (77.4°F).

Temperature

A minimal variation is noted in D'Epinay's average high-temperature at the onset of December, reaching a still warm 27.6°C (81.7°F) from November's 26.3°C (79.3°F). D'Epinay experiences a steady nighttime temperature of 25.2°C (77.4°F) throughout the month of December.

Heat index

The heat index in December is estimated at a tropical 30°C (86°F). If one endures exposure and continues to be active, it might result in tiredness and heat cramps.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, in D'Epinay, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout December, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in D'Epinay, there are 175.2 rainfall days, and 476mm (18.74") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, 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, in D'Epinay, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 18:52 +04.

Sunshine

In D'Epinay, the average sunshine in December is 10.7h.

UV index

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

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

In D'Epinay, 27.6°C (81.7°F) is the average high-temperature and 25.2°C (77.4°F) is the average low-temperature during December. In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 30°C (86°F).

In December, the average relative humidity in D'Epinay is 75%.

In D'Epinay, during December, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 54mm (2.13") of precipitation.

The month with the longest days in D'Epinay is December, with an average of 13h and 18min of daylight.

In December, the average day length in D'Epinay, Mauritius, 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 D'Epinay, Mauritius, the average sunshine duration in December is 10.7h.

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in D'Epinay.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in D'Epinay, Mauritius, is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average high temperature

26.3°C

27.6°C

28.3°C

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Average pressure

Average wind speed

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18km/h

18.4km/h

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Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

17.5

8.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
D'Epinay, Mauritius

Average high temperature in December: 27.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (23.4°C).

Average low temperature in December: 25.2°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
D'Epinay, 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
D'Epinay, Mauritius

Average wind speed in December: 17.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (23.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (17.3km/h).

Average humidity in December
D'Epinay, 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
D'Epinay, Mauritius

Average rainfall in December: 54mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (97mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (9mm).

Average rainfall days in December
D'Epinay, Mauritius

Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.6 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
D'Epinay, 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 42min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
D'Epinay, Mauritius

Average sunshine days in December: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.2 days).

Average UV index in December
D'Epinay, Mauritius

Average UV index in December: 7

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

Average cloud cover in December
D'Epinay, Mauritius

Average cloud cover in December: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
D'Epinay, 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).