December weather forecast
Kunakunai, Papua New Guinea

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a warm month in Kunakunai, Papua New Guinea, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29°C (84.2°F) and an average low of 26°C (78.8°F).

Temperature

Kunakunai experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 29°C (84.2°F) with the onset of December, subtly varied from November's 29.2°C (84.6°F). Nighttime readings in Kunakunai during December register a minimal drop from daytime highs, averaging at a still warm 26°C (78.8°F).

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is computed to be a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.

Humidity

In Kunakunai, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, in Kunakunai, the rain falls for 26.8 days. Throughout December, 172mm (6.77") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kunakunai, there are 314.3 rainfall days, and 2023mm (79.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of December, in Kunakunai, Papua New Guinea, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:05 +10.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Kunakunai in December?
An average high-temperature, in December, in Kunakunai, is 29°C (84.2°F) and the average low-temperature is 26°C (78.8°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 34°C (93.2°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Kunakunai?
The average relative humidity in December in Kunakunai, Papua New Guinea, is 78%.
How many days does it rain in December in Kunakunai?
In Kunakunai, 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 Kunakunai?
With an average of 12h and 24min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Kunakunai.
What is the average length of the day in December in Kunakunai?
The average day length in December in Kunakunai, Papua New Guinea, is 12h and 22min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Kunakunai?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:05 +10.
How many hours of sunshine does Kunakunai have in December?
In Kunakunai, the average sunshine duration in December is 9h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Kunakunai?
January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Kunakunai, Papua New Guinea.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Kunakunai?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Kunakunai, Papua New Guinea, is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Kunakunai, Papua New Guinea
Average temperature in December
Kunakunai, 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 - Kunakunai, Papua New Guinea
Average pressure in December
Kunakunai, 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 - Kunakunai, Papua New Guinea
Average wind speed in December
Kunakunai, 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 - Kunakunai, Papua New Guinea
Average humidity in December
Kunakunai, 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 - Kunakunai, Papua New Guinea
Average rainfall in December
Kunakunai, 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 - Kunakunai, Papua New Guinea
Average rainfall days in December
Kunakunai, 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 - Kunakunai, Papua New Guinea
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kunakunai, 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 - Kunakunai, Papua New Guinea
Average sunshine days in December
Kunakunai, 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 - Kunakunai, Papua New Guinea
Average UV index in December
Kunakunai, 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 - Kunakunai, Papua New Guinea
Average cloud cover in December
Kunakunai, 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 - Kunakunai, Papua New Guinea
Average visibility in December
Kunakunai, 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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