December weather forecastPalauli, Samoa
December
Weather in December
Wrapping up the year, December brings the peak of the warm season to Palauli, with temperatures hitting the annual highs. The average rainfall for December increases to 162mm (6.38") compared to the previous month. The trend of increasing temperature and rainfall observed in November persists. Similar weather patterns can be expected in the coming month, January, with minor increases in temperature and rainfall. Despite the increased rainfall, December remains a warm and sunny month, ending the year on a tropical note.Temperature
Palauli, Samoa, registers an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F) with the arrival of December, showing minor deviation from the preceding month. Nighttime temperature sees a small decrement from daytime highs, dipping to an average of 27.5°C (81.5°F) during December.Heat index
The average heat index in December is estimated at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Fatigue might occur with continuous exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Humidity
In Palauli, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.Rainfall
In Palauli, in December, during 19.1 rainfall days, 162mm (6.38") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Palauli, during the entire year, the rain falls for 246.7 days and collects up to 1451mm (57.13") of precipitation.Daylight
With an average of 12h and 54min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Palauli.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 19:00 +13.
Sunshine
In Palauli, the average sunshine in December is 8h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index 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 in Palauli. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. 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. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Palauli, 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).
Average pressure in December
Palauli, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Palauli, 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).
Average humidity in December
Palauli, 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%).
Average rainfall in December
Palauli, 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).
Average rainfall days in December
Palauli, 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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Palauli, Samoa
- Average daylight in December: 12h and 54min
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).
Average sunshine days in December
Palauli, 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).
Average UV index in December
Palauli, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Palauli, 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).
Average visibility in December
Palauli, 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).
