December weather forecastMakurdi, Nigeria

December

Weather in December

Rounding off the year, December continues the pattern of arid weather conditions in Makurdi with just 1mm (0.04") of rain throughout the month, promising clear skies and long sunshine hours. During this period, temperatures are fairly high, with the minimum temperature being 21.9°C (71.4°F). Moreover, relative humidity reverts to a low level similar to the start of the year. December's welcoming weather offers a fantastic environment for end-of-year festivities and outdoor activities in Makurdi.

Temperature

December brings a marginal elevation to a torrid 35.9°C (96.6°F) from November's 34.8°C (94.6°F) in Makurdi's average high-temperatures. Makurdi's nighttime temperatures in December reflect a stark contrast to the day's highs, falling to an average low of 21.9°C (71.4°F).

Humidity

In Makurdi, the average relative humidity in December is 27%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 0.8 days and typically collects 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:19 WAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Makurdi, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during December is 35.9°C (96.6°F) and the low-temperature is 21.9°C (71.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in November is appraised at 42°C (107.6°F).

In December, the average relative humidity is 27%.

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

In Makurdi, Nigeria, in December, it is raining for 0.8 days, with typically 1mm (0.04") of accumulated precipitation.

With an average of 11h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

The average day length in December is 11h and 41min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:19 WAT.

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

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

In Makurdi, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Makurdi, Nigeria

  • Average high temperature in December: 35.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (39.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (26.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Makurdi, Nigeria

  • Average pressure in December: 1010.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1008.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Makurdi, Nigeria

  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Makurdi, Nigeria

  • Average humidity in December: 27%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (26%).

Average rainfall in December
Makurdi, Nigeria

  • Average rainfall in December: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (156mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Makurdi, Nigeria

  • Average rainfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.8 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 42min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 10h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Makurdi, Nigeria

  • Average sunshine days in December: 29.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (29.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (2.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Makurdi, Nigeria

  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and April (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Makurdi, Nigeria

  • Average cloud cover in December: 4

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in December
Makurdi, 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 July, August and September (7km).