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
The arrival of December is marked by an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.3°C (81.1°F), bearing a close resemblance to November. Salamaua records an average low of 21°C (69.8°F) throughout the nights in December.Heat index
The heat index for December is appraised at a tropical 30°C (86°F). With extended exposure and activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to 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 Salamaua, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.Rainfall
December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 24.3 days and accumulates 101mm (3.98") of precipitation.Daylight
The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:30 +10.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine is December, with an average of 11.3h of sunshine.UV index
January through July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 6 during December translates into the following guidance:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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What are the months with the highest UV index?
What is the UV index reading in December in Salamaua?
Average temperature in December
Salamaua, Papua New Guinea
- Average high temperature in December: 27.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (24°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 21°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (21.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is September (18.4°C).
Average pressure in December
Salamaua, Papua New Guinea
- Average pressure in December: 1009.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1012.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1008.9mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Salamaua, Papua New Guinea
- Average wind speed in December: 5.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (4.8km/h).
Average humidity in December
Salamaua, Papua New Guinea
- Average humidity in December: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Salamaua, Papua New Guinea
- Average rainfall in December: 101mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (181mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (101mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Salamaua, Papua New Guinea
- Average rainfall days in December: 24.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (25.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (21.5 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Salamaua, Papua New Guinea
- Average daylight in December: 12h and 3min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 11h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Salamaua, Papua New Guinea
- Average sunshine days in December: 6.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (7.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (4.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Salamaua, Papua New Guinea
- Average UV index in December: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in December
Salamaua, Papua New Guinea
- Average cloud cover in December: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in December
Salamaua, Papua New Guinea
- Average visibility in December: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, July, August, September and October (9km).
