December weather forecast
Faleapuna, Samoa

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Weather in December

Concluding the year, December sees a mild increase in temperature in Faleapuna. Rain volumes amplify and cloud cover increases, ushering in the classic tropical climate. Cooler nights are common due to the increased cloud cover. Last month's moderately windy conditions persist affording an ocean breeze. Despite the increase in rainfall, the intensity of sunshine remains consistently high.

Temperature

The beginning of December reveals an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F), showing minimal deviation from the previous month. In Faleapuna, December nights maintain a consistent temperature, with an average low of 27.5°C (81.5°F).

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). With sustained exposure and activity, exhaustion becomes probable, resulting in heat cramps.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In Faleapuna, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, in Faleapuna, the rain falls for 19.1 days. Throughout December, 162mm (6.38") of precipitation is accumulated. In Faleapuna, during the entire year, the rain falls for 246.7 days and collects up to 1451mm (57.13") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Faleapuna is December, with an average of 12h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:57 +13.

Sunshine

In Faleapuna, Samoa, the average sunshine in December is 8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Faleapuna are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during December leads to these instructions:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Faleapuna during December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Faleapuna, is 28.3°C (82.9°F) and the average low-temperature is 27.5°C (81.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in December is estimated at 32°C (89.6°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Faleapuna?

The average relative humidity in December in Faleapuna is 76%.

How much does it rain in Faleapuna in December?

In December, in Faleapuna, the rain falls for 19.1 days. Throughout December, 162mm (6.38") of precipitation is accumulated.

When are the longest days in Faleapuna?

With an average of 12h and 54min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Faleapuna, Samoa.

What is the average length of the day in December in Faleapuna?

In December, the average day length in Faleapuna, Samoa, is 12h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Faleapuna?

On the first day of December in Faleapuna, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:57 +13.

How many hours of sunshine does Faleapuna have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Faleapuna, Samoa, is 8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Faleapuna?

The months with the highest UV index in Faleapuna are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Faleapuna?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Faleapuna, Samoa.

What is the UV index reading in December in Faleapuna?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Faleapuna is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Faleapuna, Samoa

Average temperature in December - Faleapuna, Samoa
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (28.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is September (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (27.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (26°C).

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Average pressure in December
Faleapuna, Samoa

Average pressure in December - Faleapuna, Samoa
  • Average pressure in December: 1008.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1012.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1007.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Faleapuna, Samoa

Average wind speed in December - Faleapuna, Samoa
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (24.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (14.8km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Faleapuna, Samoa

Average humidity in December - Faleapuna, Samoa
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July, August and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Faleapuna, Samoa

Average rainfall in December - Faleapuna, Samoa
  • Average rainfall in December: 162mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (175mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (57mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Faleapuna, Samoa

Average rainfall days in December - Faleapuna, Samoa
  • Average rainfall days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (18.7 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Faleapuna, Samoa

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Faleapuna, Samoa
  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Faleapuna, Samoa

Average sunshine days in December - Faleapuna, Samoa
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (10.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (2.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Faleapuna, Samoa

Average UV index in December - Faleapuna, Samoa
  • Average UV index in December: 7

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Faleapuna, Samoa

Average cloud cover in December - Faleapuna, Samoa
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in December
Faleapuna, Samoa

Average visibility in December - Faleapuna, Samoa
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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

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