December weather forecast
Gandiaye, Senegal

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Weather in December

Rounding off the year, December brings a pleasant end to Gandiaye's weather cycle. It continues the dry trend from preceding months with virtually no rainfall, exhibiting an overall aridity. By contrast, the maximum wind gust speed is recorded to be its highest at 20.8km/h (12.9mph), causing a marked cooling effect. The cool breeze acts as a soothing reprieve from the dry conditions. In essence, December's weather completes the annual climate cycle in Gandiaye, preparing the city for the start of the new year.

Temperature

Upon the onset of December, Gandiaye witnesses an average high-temperature of a still very hot 35.6°C (96.1°F), showing a close resemblance to the prior month. With the onset of night in December, Gandiaye reveals a significant decrease in temperature, averaging at a pleasant 20°C (68°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 20%.

Rainfall

January, February and December are months without rainfall.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Gandiaye is December, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of December, in Gandiaye, Senegal, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 18:47 GMT.

Sunshine

In Gandiaye, the average sunshine in December is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Gandiaye are January, February, July through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during December translates into the following guidance:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Gandiaye in December?

December temperatures in Gandiaye, Senegal, vary between a high-temperature of 35.6°C (96.1°F) and a low-temperature of 20°C (68°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 52°C (125.6°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Gandiaye?

In December, the average relative humidity in Gandiaye, Senegal, is 20%.

What is the driest month in Gandiaye?

January, February and December are months without rainfall.

Does it rain in Gandiaye in December?

In December, in Gandiaye, it doesn't rain. November is the latest month when it rains.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gandiaye?

The month with the shortest days in Gandiaye, Senegal, is December, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gandiaye have in December?

In December, the average day length in Gandiaye, Senegal, is 11h and 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gandiaye?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of the month, in Gandiaye, Senegal, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 18:47 GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Gandiaye have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Gandiaye is 9.7h.

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

January, February, July through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Gandiaye?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Gandiaye is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
Gandiaye, Senegal

Average temperature in December - Gandiaye, Senegal
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (33.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (25.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
Gandiaye, Senegal

Average pressure in December - Gandiaye, Senegal
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1009.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Gandiaye, Senegal

Average wind speed in December - Gandiaye, Senegal
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (13.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (8.6km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Gandiaye, Senegal

Average humidity in December - Gandiaye, Senegal
  • Average humidity in December: 20%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (16%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gandiaye, Senegal

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (128mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Gandiaye, Senegal

Average rainfall days in December - Gandiaye, Senegal
  • Average rainfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February and December (0.2 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gandiaye, Senegal

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gandiaye, Senegal

Average sunshine days in December - Gandiaye, Senegal
  • Average sunshine days in December: 30.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gandiaye, Senegal

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

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June and October (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, July, August, September, November and December (UV index 7).

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Average cloud cover in December
Gandiaye, Senegal

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

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in December
Gandiaye, Senegal

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

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

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