December weather forecastBarka, Saudi Arabia

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Barka, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.3°C (70.3°F) and an average high of 27.1°C (80.8°F).

Temperature

With the onset of December, the average high-temperature subtly recedes from November's tropical 30.1°C (86.2°F) to a moderately hot 27.1°C (80.8°F). Barka records an average nighttime low of 21.3°C (70.3°F) in December.

Heat index

During December, the heat index is calculated to be 27°C (80.6°F). With extended exposure and activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. 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

The average relative humidity in December is 46%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is accumulated. In Barka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 17 days and collects up to 47mm (1.85") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 17:49 +03.

Sunshine

November and December, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.

Updated: Jan 25, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in December, in Barka, is 27.1°C (80.8°F) and the average low-temperature is 21.3°C (70.3°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 27°C (80.6°F).

In Barka, Saudi Arabia, the average relative humidity in December is 46%.

In Barka, in December, during 2.5 rainfall days, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

With an average of 10h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Barka.

In Barka, Saudi Arabia, the average day length in December is 10h and 40min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of the month, in Barka, Saudi Arabia, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 17:49 +03.

November and December, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Barka, Saudi Arabia.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 7.6h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Barka, Saudi Arabia, are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Barka, Saudi Arabia, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Today

Tomorrow

Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

30.1°C

27.1°C

25.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

13.6km/h

14.7km/h

15.2km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

26.6

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

10%

Average visibility

10km

Average temperature in December
Barka, Saudi Arabia

Average high temperature in December: 27.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (37.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°C).

Average low temperature in December: 21.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (30.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°C).

Average pressure in December
Barka, Saudi Arabia

Average pressure in December: 1015.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1003.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Barka, Saudi Arabia

Average wind speed in December: 13.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (17.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are October and November (12km/h).

Average humidity in December
Barka, Saudi Arabia

Average humidity in December: 46%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and November (47%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (36%).

Average rainfall in December
Barka, Saudi Arabia

Average rainfall in December: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (17mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Barka, Saudi Arabia

Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (2.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (0.2 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Barka, Saudi Arabia

Average daylight in December: 10h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).

Average sunshine in December: 7h and 36min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Barka, Saudi Arabia

Average sunshine days in December: 28 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (26.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Barka, Saudi Arabia

Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December
Barka, Saudi Arabia

Average cloud cover in December: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 11).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in December
Barka, Saudi Arabia

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).