December weather forecast
Khar Yalla, Senegal

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Khar Yalla, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 23.1°C (73.6°F) and 29.7°C (85.5°F).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Khar Yalla's average high-temperature registers at a warm 29.7°C (85.5°F), indicating a subtle variation from the previous month. An average low-temperature of 23.1°C (73.6°F) is common during the nights of December.

Heat index

For December, the heat index is appraised at a hot 30°C (86°F). Continuing activity during long-lasting exposure might induce tiredness and result in heat cramps.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 46%.

Rainfall

January through March and December are months without rainfall.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 18:51 GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Khar Yalla are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in December?
The high-temperature, in December, in Khar Yalla, is 29.7°C (85.5°F), while the low-temperature averages to 23.1°C (73.6°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 30°C (86°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
The average relative humidity in December is 46%.
What is the driest month?
In Khar Yalla, rain does not fall in January through March and December.
Does it rain in December?
In December, it doesn't rain. November is the latest month when it rains.
What is the month with the shortest days?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Khar Yalla have in December?
The average day length in December is 11h and 16min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Khar Yalla?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 18:51 GMT.
How long on average sun shines in December?
In Khar Yalla, the average sunshine duration in December is 9.7h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index intensity in December?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Khar Yalla, Senegal
Average temperature in December
Khar Yalla, Senegal
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is April (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (20.4°C).

Average pressure in December - Khar Yalla, Senegal
Average pressure in December
Khar Yalla, Senegal
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Khar Yalla, Senegal
Average wind speed in December
Khar Yalla, Senegal
  • Average wind speed in December: 21km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (23.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (13.5km/h).

Average humidity in December - Khar Yalla, Senegal
Average humidity in December
Khar Yalla, Senegal
  • Average humidity in December: 46%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (45%).

Average rainfall in December - Khar Yalla, Senegal
Average rainfall in December
Khar Yalla, Senegal
  • Average rainfall in December: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (73mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Khar Yalla, Senegal
Average rainfall days in December
Khar Yalla, Senegal
  • Average rainfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.2 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Khar Yalla, Senegal
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Khar Yalla, 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: 8h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December - Khar Yalla, Senegal
Average sunshine days in December
Khar Yalla, Senegal
  • Average sunshine days in December: 30.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.2 days).

Average UV index in December - Khar Yalla, Senegal
Average UV index in December
Khar Yalla, Senegal
  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

Average cloud cover in December - Khar Yalla, Senegal
Average cloud cover in December
Khar Yalla, Senegal
  • Average cloud cover in December: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in December - Khar Yalla, Senegal
Average visibility in December
Khar Yalla, 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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