December weather forecast
Tenane, New Caledonia

December

Weather in December

By December, Tenane, New Caledonia, gains a slightly more summery feel with warmer temperatures compared to November. The trend of increasing rainfall continues with December gathering 69mm (2.72"). This month stands out as the one with the highest daylight hours in the year, which are accompanied by a significant rise in sunshine hours compared to November. Along with this, a decrease in overall wind speed and gusts contributes to a calmer ambiance. This summery feel enriches the festive atmosphere and sets the stage for the year to start anew.

Temperature

December's advent presents an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.3°C (79.3°F), indicating a slight variation from the conditions of the previous month. Tenane's nocturnal readings in December exhibit minimal variation from the daytime temperatures, averaging at a still moderately hot 25°C (77°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 17 days. Throughout December, 69mm (2.72") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 190.3 rainfall days, and 750mm (29.53") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:57 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:08 and sunset at 18:33 +11.

Sunshine

In Tenane, the average sunshine in December is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are April through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?
In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 26.3°C (79.3°F) and 25°C (77°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in March is calculated to be 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In Tenane, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.
How much does it rain in December?
In Tenane, in December, during 17 rainfall days, 69mm (2.72") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When are the longest days?
With an average of 13h and 24min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
How many hours of daylight does Tenane have in December?
In Tenane, the average day length in December is 13h and 25min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:57 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:08 and sunset at 18:33 +11.
How long on average sun shines in December in Tenane?
The average sunshine duration in December in Tenane is 9.6h.
When is the lowest UV index?
April through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.
How high is the UV index in December?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Tenane, New Caledonia
Average temperature in December
Tenane, New Caledonia
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (22.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (26.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (21°C).

Average pressure in December - Tenane, New Caledonia
Average pressure in December
Tenane, New Caledonia
  • Average pressure in December: 1010.7mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1007.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Tenane, New Caledonia
Average wind speed in December
Tenane, New Caledonia
  • Average wind speed in December: 22.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (24.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (21.7km/h).

Average humidity in December - Tenane, New Caledonia
Average humidity in December
Tenane, New Caledonia
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (73%).

Average rainfall in December - Tenane, New Caledonia
Average rainfall in December
Tenane, New Caledonia
  • Average rainfall in December: 69mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (101mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (35mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Tenane, New Caledonia
Average rainfall days in December
Tenane, New Caledonia
  • Average rainfall days in December: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tenane, New Caledonia
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Tenane, New Caledonia
  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December - Tenane, New Caledonia
Average sunshine days in December
Tenane, New Caledonia
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (11.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.1 days).

Average UV index in December - Tenane, New Caledonia
Average UV index in December
Tenane, New Caledonia
  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

Average cloud cover in December - Tenane, New Caledonia
Average cloud cover in December
Tenane, New Caledonia
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December - Tenane, New Caledonia
Average visibility in December
Tenane, New Caledonia
  • 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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