December weather forecastAraft, Oman

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Araft, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 27.1°C (80.8°F) and an average low of 19.2°C (66.6°F).

Temperature

The transition from November to December brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.1°C (80.8°F), barely different from November's 29°C (84.2°F). Throughout December, Araft records an average temperature of 19.2°C (66.6°F) at night.

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is calculated to be 27°C (80.6°F). With unrelenting exposure and activity, one might experience exhaustion, leading to potential heat cramps.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.

Humidity

The least humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 49%.

Rainfall

In Araft, in December, it is raining for 1.1 days, with typically 1mm (0.04") of accumulated precipitation. In Araft, during the entire year, the rain falls for 33.2 days and collects up to 85mm (3.35") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Araft, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 18:01 +04.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Araft is 7.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.

Updated: Feb 7, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

In Araft, in December, the average high-temperature is 27.1°C (80.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 19.2°C (66.6°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 27°C (80.6°F).

With an average relative humidity of 49%, December is the least humid month.

In December, the average relative humidity in Araft, Oman, is 49%.

In Araft, in December, it is raining for 1.1 days, with typically 1mm (0.04") of accumulated precipitation.

With an average of 11h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Araft, Oman.

In December, the average day length is 11h and 8min.

On the first day of December in Araft, Oman, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 18:01 +04.

In December, the average sunshine duration in Araft is 7.7h.

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In Araft, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

29°C

27.1°C

25.4°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

11.1km/h

14.2km/h

12.6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

27.4

29.5

29.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

10km

Average temperature in December
Araft, Oman

Average high temperature in December: 27.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (32.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.4°C).

Average low temperature in December: 19.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (25.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°C).

Average pressure in December
Araft, Oman

Average pressure in December: 1016.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1001.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Araft, Oman

Average wind speed in December: 13.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (15.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (9.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Araft, Oman

Average humidity in December: 49%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (49%).

Average rainfall in December
Araft, Oman

Average rainfall in December: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Araft, Oman

Average rainfall days in December: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (7.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.2 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Araft, Oman

Average daylight in December: 11h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

Average sunshine in December: 7h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Araft, Oman

Average sunshine days in December: 29.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (29.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Araft, Oman

Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December
Araft, Oman

Average cloud cover in December: 4

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in December
Araft, Oman

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).