December weather forecast
Samamea, Samoa

December

Weather in December

December carries forward the warmth of November, setting the stage for a warm year-end. The cloud cover remains significantly consistent, inviting longer hours of sunshine to Samamea. Winds pull back to a gentle breeze maintaining tranquillity in the atmosphere. Sunlight regains vigour as daylight hours reach their peak. In sum, December offers a fulfilling end to l Samamea's weather calendar with balanced climatic factors.

Temperature

Welcoming December, Samamea notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F), nearly consistent with November's 28.1°C (82.6°F). Samamea, in December, logs an average low-temperature of 27.5°C (81.5°F), a subtle step down from daytime readings.

Heat index

December's heat index is computed to be a hot 32°C (89.6°F). If exposure and activity are sustained, they might cause a feeling of weariness, resulting in heat cramps.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Samamea, in December, during 19.1 rainfall days, 162mm (6.38") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Samamea, Samoa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 247.7 days and collects up to 1490mm (58.66") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 54min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:57 +13.

Sunshine

In Samamea, the average sunshine in December is 8h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during December morphs into the following directions:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during December?
The high-temperature during December is 28.3°C (82.9°F) and the low-temperature is 27.5°C (81.5°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 32°C (89.6°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
The average relative humidity in December in Samamea is 76%.
How many days does it rain in December?
In Samamea, in December, during 19.1 rainfall days, 162mm (6.38") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When are the longest days in Samamea?
December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 54min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December?
In December, the average day length is 12h and 56min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 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 Samamea have in December?
In Samamea, Samoa, the average sunshine duration in December is 8h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
When is the lowest UV index in Samamea?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
How high is the UV index in December?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Samamea, 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
Samamea, 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
Samamea, 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
Samamea, 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
Samamea, Samoa
  • Average rainfall in December: 162mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (175mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (73mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Samamea, Samoa
  • Average rainfall days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (22.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (18.8 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Samamea, 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).

Average sunshine days in December
Samamea, 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
Samamea, 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
Samamea, 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
Samamea, 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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