December weather forecast
Nonga, Papua New Guinea

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Nonga, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26°C (78.8°F) and max 29°C (84.2°F).

Temperature

December's arrival shows an average high-temperature of a still warm 29°C (84.2°F), hardly different from the previous month. During the December nights, Nonga's temperature maintains an average close to the daytime highs, settling at a still moderately hot 26°C (78.8°F).

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is estimated at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Nonga, in December, during 26.8 rainfall days, 172mm (6.77") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Nonga, during the entire year, the rain falls for 314.3 days and collects up to 2023mm (79.65") of precipitation.

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 05:30 and sunset at 17:50. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:05 +10.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Nonga are January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 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, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is December in Nonga?
In December, in Nonga, the average high-temperature is 29°C (84.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 26°C (78.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in December is estimated at 34°C (93.2°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Nonga?
The average relative humidity in December in Nonga, Papua New Guinea, is 78%.
How many days does it rain in December in Nonga?
In December, in Nonga, Papua New Guinea, the rain falls for 26.8 days. Throughout December, 172mm (6.77") of precipitation is accumulated.
When are the longest days in Nonga?
December has the longest days of the year in Nonga, Papua New Guinea, with an average of 12h and 24min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Nonga have in December?
The average day length in December in Nonga, Papua New Guinea, is 12h and 22min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Nonga?
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 Nonga, Papua New Guinea, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:05 +10.
How many hours of sunshine does Nonga have in December?
In Nonga, the average sunshine duration in December is 9h.
When is the highest UV index in Nonga?
The months with the highest UV index in Nonga are January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index reading in December in Nonga?
In Nonga, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Nonga, 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
Nonga, 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
Nonga, 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
Nonga, 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
Nonga, 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
Nonga, 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
Nonga, 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
Nonga, 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
Nonga, 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
Nonga, 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
Nonga, 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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