December weather forecastKolda, Senegal

December

Weather in December

Rounding off the year, December maintains the calm, dry weather established in the preceding month. An absence of rainfall and a mere 21% relative humidity signal the full swing of the dry season. Clear skies, abundant sunshine, and a cool breeze make for pleasant weather in Kolda. With the charm of the holiday season added to the mix, it's the perfect time for merrymaking and celebration.

Temperature

The transition into December notes an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 35.9°C (96.6°F), revealing a mild distinction from the 36.8°C (98.2°F) in November. The nighttime temperature during December displays a significant divergence from daily peaks, averaging at a comfortable 19.7°C (67.5°F).

Humidity

In Kolda, the average relative humidity in December is 21%.

Rainfall

January through March and December are months without rainfall.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:21 and sunset at 18:44 GMT.

Sunshine

In Kolda, the average sunshine in December is 9.6h.

UV index

In Kolda, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.

Frequently asked questions

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 35.9°C (96.6°F) and 19.7°C (67.5°F) respectively. In November, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 42°C (107.6°F).

In December, the average relative humidity is 21%.

January through March and December are months without rainfall.

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

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.

In December, the average day length is 11h and 23min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:21 and sunset at 18:44 GMT.

In Kolda, the average sunshine duration in December is 9.6h.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Kolda, Senegal

  • Average high temperature in December: 35.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (42.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (31.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (25.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Kolda, Senegal

  • Average pressure in December: 1011.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1009.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Kolda, Senegal

  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (6.2km/h).

Average humidity in December
Kolda, Senegal

  • Average humidity in December: 21%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (17%).

Average rainfall in December
Kolda, Senegal

  • Average rainfall in December: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (188mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Kolda, Senegal

  • Average rainfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.1 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kolda, Senegal

  • Average sunshine days in December: 30.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Kolda, Senegal

  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May and June (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December
Kolda, Senegal

  • Average cloud cover in December: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in December
Kolda, Senegal

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (7km).