December weather forecast
Plaisance, Mauritius

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a warm month in Plaisance, Mauritius, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.7°C (76.5°F) and 27.6°C (81.7°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during December registers at a still moderately hot 27.6°C (81.7°F), closely corresponding to the preceding month. Plaisance sees a minor drop to an average minimum temperature of 24.7°C (76.5°F) during the night in the month of December.

Heat index

The heat index value for December is appraised at a hot 30°C (86°F). Prolonged activity during exposure might result in a state of fatigue and cause heat cramps.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, in Plaisance, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout December, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Plaisance, there are 207.3 rainfall days, and 645mm (25.39") 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 Plaisance, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:53 +04.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 10.1h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. 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. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Plaisance?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Plaisance during December are 27.6°C (81.7°F) and 24.7°C (76.5°F) respectively. In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 30°C (86°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Plaisance?
The average relative humidity in December in Plaisance, Mauritius, is 75%.
How much does it rain in Plaisance in December?
In Plaisance, Mauritius, in December, during 18.3 rainfall days, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When are the longest days in Plaisance?
December has the longest days of the year in Plaisance, Mauritius, with an average of 13h and 18min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Plaisance?
In Plaisance, Mauritius, the average day length in December is 13h and 20min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Plaisance?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:53 +04.
How long on average sun shines in December in Plaisance?
The average sunshine duration in December is 10.1h.
When is the highest UV index in Plaisance?
The months with the highest UV index in Plaisance are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
How high is the UV index in December in Plaisance?
In Plaisance, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Plaisance, Mauritius
Average temperature in December
Plaisance, 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 - Plaisance, Mauritius
Average pressure in December
Plaisance, 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 - Plaisance, Mauritius
Average wind speed in December
Plaisance, 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 - Plaisance, Mauritius
Average humidity in December
Plaisance, 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 - Plaisance, Mauritius
Average rainfall in December
Plaisance, 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 - Plaisance, Mauritius
Average rainfall days in December
Plaisance, 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 - Plaisance, Mauritius
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Plaisance, Mauritius
  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 2min

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 1min

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 - Plaisance, Mauritius
Average sunshine days in December
Plaisance, 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 - Plaisance, Mauritius
Average UV index in December
Plaisance, 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 - Plaisance, Mauritius
Average cloud cover in December
Plaisance, 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 - Plaisance, Mauritius
Average visibility in December
Plaisance, 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).

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