December weather forecast
Gap, Senegal

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a torrid month in Gap, Senegal, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19.8°C (67.6°F) and 35.2°C (95.4°F).

Temperature

The arrival of December records an average high-temperature of a still fiery hot 35.2°C (95.4°F), closely related to the 37.3°C (99.1°F) observed in November. A dramatic downturn marks the December nights in Gap, Senegal, with lows averaging at an enjoyable 19.8°C (67.6°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 21%.

Rainfall

In Gap, rain does not fall in January, February and December.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Gap, Senegal, is December, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:15 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of December, in Gap, sunrise is at 07:30 and sunset at 18:46 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Gap is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, July, August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Gap in December?
The high-temperature, in December, in Gap, records 35.2°C (95.4°F), while the low-temperature is 19.8°C (67.6°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 50°C (122°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Gap?
The average relative humidity in December is 21%.
What is the driest month in Gap?
In Gap, rain does not fall in January, February and December.
Does it rain in Gap 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 Gap?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Gap?
The average day length in December in Gap is 11h and 16min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Gap?
On the first day of December in Gap, sunrise is at 07:15 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:30 and sunset at 18:46 GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Gap have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 9.7h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Gap?
The months with the lowest UV index in Gap are January through March, July, August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
How high is the UV index in December in Gap?
In Gap, Senegal, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Gap, Senegal
Average temperature in December
Gap, Senegal
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (41.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (34°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°C).

Average pressure in December - Gap, Senegal
Average pressure in December
Gap, Senegal
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Gap, Senegal
Average wind speed in December
Gap, Senegal
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (15.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9.5km/h).

Average humidity in December - Gap, Senegal
Average humidity in December
Gap, Senegal
  • Average humidity in December: 21%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (18%).

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (121mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Gap, Senegal
Average rainfall days in December
Gap, Senegal
  • Average rainfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (0.1 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gap, Senegal
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gap, 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in December - Gap, Senegal
Average sunshine days in December
Gap, 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 (10 days).

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

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

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

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in December - Gap, Senegal
Average visibility in December
Gap, Senegal
  • 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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