December weather forecast
Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is also a moderately hot month in Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea, with an average temperature varying between 29°C (84.2°F) and 26°C (78.8°F).

Temperature

The commencement of December records an average high-temperature of a still warm 29°C (84.2°F), barely varying from November's 29.2°C (84.6°F). Iawakaka consistently logs a low temperature averaging a still moderately hot 26°C (78.8°F) during December, a modest drop from daytime temperatures.

Heat index

The heat index value for December is evaluated at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Iawakaka, in December, it is raining for 26.8 days, with typically 172mm (6.77") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 314.3 rainfall days, and 2023mm (79.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Iawakaka, with an average of 12h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 17:50. On the last day of December, in Iawakaka, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:05 +10.

Sunshine

In Iawakaka, the average sunshine in December is 9h.

UV index

January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Iawakaka. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Iawakaka during December?
In Iawakaka, 29°C (84.2°F) is the average high-temperature and 26°C (78.8°F) is the average low-temperature during December. In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 34°C (93.2°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Iawakaka?
The average relative humidity in December in Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea, is 78%.
How many days does it rain in December in Iawakaka?
In Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea, during December, the rain falls for 26.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 172mm (6.77") of precipitation.
When are the longest days in Iawakaka?
December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 24min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Iawakaka have in December?
The average day length in December is 12h and 22min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Iawakaka?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 17:50. On the last day of the month, in Iawakaka, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:05 +10.
How many hours of sunshine does Iawakaka have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December in Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea, is 9h.
When is the highest UV index in Iawakaka?
January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea.
What is the UV index reading in December in Iawakaka?
In Iawakaka, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
Average temperature in December
Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
  • Average high temperature in December: 29°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (29.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (28.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is September (25.1°C).

Average pressure in December - Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
Average pressure in December
Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
  • Average pressure in December: 1007.7mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are August and September (1010mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1007.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
Average wind speed in December
Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (13.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (7.5km/h).

Average humidity in December - Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
Average humidity in December
Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December - Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
Average rainfall in December
Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
  • Average rainfall in December: 172mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (226mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (109mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
Average rainfall days in December
Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
  • Average rainfall days in December: 26.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (27.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (24.4 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December - Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
Average sunshine days in December
Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
  • Average sunshine days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (4.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (1.6 days).

Average UV index in December - Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
Average UV index in December
Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
  • Average UV index in December: 7

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

Average cloud cover in December - Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
Average cloud cover in December
Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are May, September, October and November (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December - Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
Average visibility in December
Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March and April (9km).

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