December weather forecastPalmar, Mauritius
December
Weather in December
The first month of the summer, December, is still a warm month in Palmar, Mauritius, with an average temperature varying between 27.4°C (81.3°F) and 25.1°C (77.2°F).Temperature
Palmar's shift into December is marked by a subtle change to a still warm 27.4°C (81.3°F) from November's 25.8°C (78.4°F) in temperature. Palmar maintains a minor drop in temperature during December nights, with averages of 25.1°C (77.2°F).Heat index
The average heat index in December is appraised at a tropical 30°C (86°F). Continuous exposure and activity could induce a sense of tiredness and subsequently, heat cramps.Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. 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 extremely significant for children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Palmar is 76%.Rainfall
In Palmar, in December, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 59mm (2.32") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 200.8 rainfall days, and 550mm (21.65") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 13h and 18min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.On the first day of December in Palmar, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 18:52 +04.
Sunshine
In Palmar, the average sunshine in December is 10.2h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Palmar are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: During December, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Palmar, 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
Palmar, 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
Palmar, 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
Palmar, 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
Palmar, 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
Palmar, 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
Palmar, 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
Palmar, 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
Palmar, 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
Palmar, 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
Palmar, 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).
