December weather forecastBarakani, Mayotte

Weather in December

Closing the year, December in Barakani carries forth the trend from November but with a pronounced increase in rainfall that goes up to 125mm (4.92"). The climatic conditions mirror those observed at the year's start, completing the weather cycle. Amid the rise in humidity, wind speeds also increase, providing a soothing respite. While the day remains warm, the increased cloud cover brings down evening temperatures, giving residents a welcome break. The consistent climatological cycle in Barakani ensures the island stays verdant year-round, a testament to its tropical charm.

Temperature

Barakani marks the onset of December with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.4°C (83.1°F), subtly divergent from November's 27.3°C (81.1°F). Barakani notes an average temperature descent to a still moderately hot 27.7°C (81.9°F) in December, a small shift from its daytime peak.

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is estimated at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Long-standing exposure coupled with ongoing activity could result in exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. 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 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.

Humidity

In Barakani, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 23.4 days. Throughout December, 125mm (4.92") of precipitation is accumulated. In Barakani, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.4 days and collects up to 862mm (33.94") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:23 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:28 EAT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Barakani is December, with an average of 10.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in Barakani are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during December morphs into the following directions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.