Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
December
Weather in December
Temperature
December's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 29°C (84.2°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. Matatai records a negligible downturn from daytime temperatures, averaging a low of 26°C (78.8°F) in the month of December.Heat index
The heat index value during December is calculated to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. 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. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
Humidity
In Matatai, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 26.8 days. Throughout December, 172mm (6.77") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Matatai, Papua New Guinea, there are 314.3 rainfall days, and 2023mm (79.65") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 12h and 24min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:03 +10.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Matatai is 9h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Matatai 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 vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in December translates into the following instructions:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Is it hot in Matatai during December?
What is the average humidity in December in Matatai?
How many days does it rain in December in Matatai?
When are the longest days in Matatai?
How many hours of daylight does Matatai have in December?
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Matatai?
How many hours of sunshine does Matatai have in December?
What is the month with the highest UV index in Matatai?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Matatai?
Average temperature in December
Matatai, 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
Matatai, 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
Matatai, 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
Matatai, 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
Matatai, 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
Matatai, 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
Matatai, 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
Matatai, 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
Matatai, 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
Matatai, 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
Matatai, 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).
