December weather forecast
Bassèré, Senegal

December

Weather in December

Marking the final month of the year, December in Bassèré witnesses a complete halt in rainfall and a modest decrease in temperature, with the highest reaching 35.5°C (95.9°F). The weather brings back the distinctive traits of the dry season, having a marked drop in humidity and increase in sunshine hours. However, despite being the last month, December does not usher in any dramatic weather changes, maintaining consistency in its climatic conditions. With the close of the year, the weather appears poised to transition seamlessly into the next.

Temperature

The start of December in Bassèré, Senegal, is marked by an average high temperature of a still fiery hot 35.5°C (95.9°F), showing little divergence from November. In December, a remarkable difference from daytime highs is noted, as Bassèré records an average temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 28%.

Rainfall

January through March and December are months without rainfall.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Bassèré, sunrise is at 07:11 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:26 and sunset at 18:50 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Bassèré is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Bassèré are January through July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Bassèré in December?
In Bassèré, in December, the average high-temperature is 35.5°C (95.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 20.8°C (69.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in November is appraised at 42°C (107.6°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Bassèré?
In December, the average relative humidity in Bassèré, Senegal, is 28%.
What is the driest month in Bassèré?
January through March and December are months without rainfall in Bassèré, Senegal.
Does it rain in Bassèré in December?
In December, it doesn't rain. November is the latest month when it rains.
What is the month with the shortest days in Bassèré?
With an average of 11h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Bassèré, Senegal.
How many hours of daylight does Bassèré have in December?
In December, the average day length is 11h and 25min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Bassèré?
On the first day of December in Bassèré, sunrise is at 07:11 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:26 and sunset at 18:50 GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Bassèré have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 9.8h.
When is the highest UV index in Bassèré?
The months with the highest UV index in Bassèré are January through July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Bassèré?
In Bassèré, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Bassèré, Senegal
Average temperature in December
Bassèré, Senegal
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.5°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (38.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (30.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.6°C).

Average pressure in December - Bassèré, Senegal
Average pressure in December
Bassèré, Senegal
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Bassèré, Senegal
Average wind speed in December
Bassèré, Senegal
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (13.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (8.1km/h).

Average humidity in December - Bassèré, Senegal
Average humidity in December
Bassèré, Senegal
  • Average humidity in December: 28%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (22%).

Average rainfall in December - Bassèré, Senegal
Average rainfall in December
Bassèré, Senegal
  • Average rainfall in December: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (228mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Bassèré, Senegal
Average rainfall days in December
Bassèré, Senegal
  • Average rainfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (27.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.1 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bassèré, Senegal
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bassèré, Senegal
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are March, April and May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December - Bassèré, Senegal
Average sunshine days in December
Bassèré, Senegal
  • Average sunshine days in December: 30.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.3 days).

Average UV index in December - Bassèré, Senegal
Average UV index in December
Bassèré, Senegal
  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December - Bassèré, Senegal
Average cloud cover in December
Bassèré, Senegal
  • Average cloud cover in December: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in December - Bassèré, Senegal
Average visibility in December
Bassèré, Senegal
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (9km).

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