December weather forecast
Providence, Mauritius

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Providence, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 27.6°C (81.7°F) and 25.2°C (77.4°F).

Temperature

The commencement of December brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.6°C (81.7°F), marking an inconsequential divergence from November. December nights anticipate an average temperature of 25.2°C (77.4°F), a modest decline from the daytime.

Heat index

For December, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 30°C (86°F). Prolonged exposure combined with continuous activity could lead to exhaustion, and possibly heat cramps.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Providence, in December, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 50mm (1.97") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Providence, there are 177.1 rainfall days, and 480mm (18.9") 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 December in Providence, 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.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 10.3h.

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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Providence in December?
The high-temperature, in December, in Providence, is 27.6°C (81.7°F), while the low-temperature averages to 25.2°C (77.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in December is estimated at 30°C (86°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Providence?
In Providence, Mauritius, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.
How many days does it rain in December in Providence?
In Providence, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 50mm (1.97") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When are the longest days in Providence?
With an average of 13h and 18min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Providence, Mauritius.
What is the average length of the day in December in Providence?
In December, the average day length in Providence, Mauritius, is 13h and 20min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Providence?
On the first day of December in Providence, Mauritius, 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.
How long on average sun shines in December in Providence?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Providence, Mauritius, is 10.3h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Providence?
January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Providence, Mauritius.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Providence?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Providence, 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 (23.5°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
Providence, 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
Providence, Mauritius
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.5km/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 (17.1km/h).

Average humidity in December
Providence, 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
Providence, Mauritius
  • Average rainfall in December: 50mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (97mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (8mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Providence, Mauritius
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (9.5 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Providence, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Providence, Mauritius
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Providence, 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
Providence, Mauritius
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

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

Average visibility in December
Providence, 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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