December weather forecast
Jos, Nigeria

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Weather in December

In Jos, December is synonymous with festive spirit and admirably clear weather. Joining the league of November, December also records a dry spell with no rainfall. The consistency of the dry pattern makes the city a pleasant destination for Christmas celebrations. The holiday season with clear skies, accompanied by enticing weather forms the perfect backdrop for end-of-the-year festivities. With December's delightful tidings, the weather cycle in Jos faithfully resets itself, ready to commence fresh with the dawn of a new year.

Temperature

The advent of December in Jos sees the average high-temperature at a warm 29.5°C (85.1°F), subtly shifted from November's 30.1°C (86.2°F). Jos's December nights see a large temperature deviation, with temperatures resting at a low of 15°C (59°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Jos is 26%.

Rainfall

In Jos, rain does not fall in January, November and December.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Jos.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:14 WAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Jos, Nigeria, are January and December, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Jos in December?

In Jos, in December, the average high-temperature is 29.5°C (85.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 15°C (59°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in October is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Jos?

The average relative humidity in December in Jos, Nigeria, is 26%.

What is the driest month in Jos?

In Jos, rain does not fall in January, November and December.

What is the month with the shortest days in Jos?

December has the shortest days of the year in Jos, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Jos?

The average day length in December is 11h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Jos?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, in Jos, Nigeria, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:14 WAT.

What are the months with the most sunshine in Jos?

January and December, with an average of 10h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Jos.

How many hours of sunshine does Jos have in December?

In Jos, the average sunshine duration in December is 10h.

How high is the UV index in December in Jos?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Jos, Nigeria

Average temperature in December - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (34.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (25.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (21.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°C).

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Average pressure in December
Jos, Nigeria

Average pressure in December - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.2mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1012.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Jos, Nigeria

Average wind speed in December - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (10.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.7km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Jos, Nigeria

Average humidity in December - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average humidity in December: 26%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (22%).

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Average rainfall in December
Jos, Nigeria

Average rainfall in December - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average rainfall in December: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (284mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, November and December (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Jos, Nigeria

Average rainfall days in December - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average rainfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (30.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (0.1 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Jos, Nigeria

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 10h

The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 10h).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h).

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Average sunshine days in December
Jos, Nigeria

Average sunshine days in December - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average sunshine days in December: 30.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June, July and August (0.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Jos, Nigeria

Average UV index in December - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are March and April (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in December
Jos, Nigeria

Average cloud cover in December - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average cloud cover in December: 2

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 2).

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Average visibility in December
Jos, Nigeria

Average visibility in December - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (7km).

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