December weather forecastMaitama, Nigeria
December
Weather in December
Rounding up the calendar, December in Maitama settles in with pleasantly dry conditions. The lack of rainfall solidifies the beginning of the dry season in the city. Clearly visible is the drop in humidity levels, and the weather becomes essentially dry and pleasant. This can be felt through the warm, gusty winds that attain a maximum speed on the gust scale. Sunshine becomes predominant with December recording top sun hours, while temperatures range from 20.6°C (69.1°F) to 35.6°C (96.1°F).Temperature
A minor adjustment in Maitama's average high-temperature is noted with the start of December, touching a torrid 35.6°C (96.1°F) from November's 34.7°C (94.5°F). Maitama's average low-temperature of 20.6°C (69.1°F) in December reflects a significant disparity from the daytime highs.Humidity
In Maitama, the average relative humidity in December is 25%.Rainfall
The only month without rainfall is December.Daylight
With an average of 11h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:21 WAT.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine are January, November and December, with an average of 10h of sunshine.UV index
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in December leads to these guidelines:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Maitama, Nigeria
- Average high temperature in December: 35.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (38.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.7°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 20.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°C).
Average pressure in December
Maitama, Nigeria
- Average pressure in December: 1010.8mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1012.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1008.5mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Maitama, Nigeria
- Average wind speed in December: 6.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (4.4km/h).
Average humidity in December
Maitama, Nigeria
- Average humidity in December: 25%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (24%).
Average rainfall in December
Maitama, Nigeria
- Average rainfall in December: 0mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (228mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Maitama, Nigeria
- Average rainfall days in December: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (28.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.2 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Maitama, Nigeria
- Average daylight in December: 11h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 10h and 0min
The months with the most sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Maitama, Nigeria
- Average sunshine days in December: 30.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (1.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Maitama, Nigeria
- Average UV index in December: 7
The months with the highest UV index are February and March (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in December
Maitama, Nigeria
- Average cloud cover in December: 3
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 3).
Average visibility in December
Maitama, Nigeria
- Average visibility in December: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (7km).
