December weather forecast
Matagalpa, Nicaragua

December

Weather in December

The final month of the year sees the least rainfall of 11mm (0.43"), marking the onset of drier days in Matagalpa. December mirrors November's weather, maintaining the blend of reduced showers and cooler conditions. However, it does notice a decrease in humidity, which adds crispness to the weather. A slight uptick in wind speed accentuates the cool climate, bringing relief to the city's residents. Closing the year on a cooler note, temperatures take a back seat, creating a comfortable atmosphere.

Temperature

In Matagalpa, December records the lowest average temperatures, peaking at 25.6°C (78.1°F) and reaching a low of 17.4°C (63.3°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Matagalpa is 83%.

Rainfall

In Matagalpa, in December, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 11mm (0.43") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 243 rainfall days, and 1110mm (43.7") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Matagalpa, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 17:28 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 7.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Matagalpa are May, August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Matagalpa?
December is the coldest month in Matagalpa, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 25.6°C (78.1°F) and an average low of 17.4°C (63.3°F).
What are December temperatures in Matagalpa?
The high-temperature in Matagalpa, Nicaragua, during December is 25.6°C (78.1°F) and the low-temperature is 17.4°C (63.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Matagalpa?
In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.
How many days does it rain in December in Matagalpa?
In Matagalpa, Nicaragua, in December, during 12.8 rainfall days, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Matagalpa?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Matagalpa have in December?
In December, the average day length in Matagalpa, Nicaragua, is 11h and 23min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Matagalpa?
On the first day of December in Matagalpa, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 17:28 CST.
How long on average sun shines in December in Matagalpa?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Matagalpa, Nicaragua, is 7.1h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Matagalpa?
The months with the lowest UV index in Matagalpa, Nicaragua, are May, August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
How high is the UV index in December in Matagalpa?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Matagalpa is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Average temperature in December
Matagalpa, Nicaragua
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (30.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (20.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°C).

Average pressure in December - Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Average pressure in December
Matagalpa, Nicaragua
  • Average pressure in December: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1014mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Average wind speed in December
Matagalpa, Nicaragua
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (14.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (6.7km/h).

Average humidity in December - Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Average humidity in December
Matagalpa, Nicaragua
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (69%).

Average rainfall in December - Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Average rainfall in December
Matagalpa, Nicaragua
  • Average rainfall in December: 11mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (219mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (9mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Average rainfall days in December
Matagalpa, Nicaragua
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (28.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.5 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Matagalpa, Nicaragua
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are March and April (Average sunshine: 8h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December - Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Average sunshine days in December
Matagalpa, Nicaragua
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (10.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (1.3 days).

Average UV index in December - Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Average UV index in December
Matagalpa, Nicaragua
  • Average UV index in December: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, June, July, September and October (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, August, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December - Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Average cloud cover in December
Matagalpa, Nicaragua
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December - Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Average visibility in December
Matagalpa, Nicaragua
  • Average visibility in December: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are March and April (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are September and October (5km).

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