December weather forecastNiamey, Niger
December
Weather in December
The final month in Niamey, marking the end of a year-long weather cycle, is characterized by peak aridity. The cold, dry winds blowing at 14.7km/h (9.1mph) are reminiscent of January, indicating a full-cycle completion of Niamey's weather. The humidity level also drops to match those in the initial months. Though rainfall is at its lowest, the sun continues to shine brightly throughout the day, signalling a cheerful close to the year. Amidst cooling temperatures, Niamey experiences weather that promises a pleasant year-end experience.Temperature
January and December represent the coldest period, with an average high-temperature of 33.5°C (92.3°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Niamey, Niger, is 15%.Rainfall
January, November and December are months without rainfall.Daylight
With an average of 11h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Niamey.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 18:35 WAT.
Sunshine
February, March, June, November and December, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Niamey.UV index
December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: During December, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Niamey, Niger
- Average high temperature in December: 33.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (42.2°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (33.5°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 18.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (30.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°C).
Average pressure in December
Niamey, Niger
- Average pressure in December: 1012.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1007mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Niamey, Niger
- Average wind speed in December: 14.7km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, July and December (14.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (10.4km/h).
Average humidity in December
Niamey, Niger
- Average humidity in December: 15%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (12%).
Average rainfall in December
Niamey, Niger
- Average rainfall in December: 0mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (42mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, November and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Niamey, Niger
- Average rainfall days in December: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (9.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Niamey, Niger
- Average daylight in December: 11h and 18min
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 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 9h and 54min
The months with the most sunshine are February, March, June, November and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Niamey, Niger
- Average sunshine days in December: 30.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (21.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Niamey, Niger
- Average UV index in December: 6
The months with the highest UV index are April and May (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in December
Niamey, Niger
- Average cloud cover in December: 4
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
The months with the least cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 4).
Average visibility in December
Niamey, Niger
- 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).
