December weather forecastOussouye, Senegal

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a tropical month in Oussouye, Senegal, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.1°C (88°F) and 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Temperature

December's advent denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a still hot 31.1°C (88°F) from November's 31.5°C (88.7°F). December is noted for a mean low-temperature of 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index for December is estimated at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). If one remains active during constant exposure, it might cause exhaustion and heat cramps.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.

Humidity

In Oussouye, the average relative humidity in December is 45%.

Rainfall

December is the last month it rains. During 0.8 rainfall days, in December, Oussouye aggregates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 96.1 rainfall days, and 600mm (23.62") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:27 and sunset at 18:51 GMT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. 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. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 31.1°C (88°F) and 24.5°C (76.1°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in December is estimated at 32°C (89.6°F).

In December, the average relative humidity is 45%.

December is the last month it rains. During 0.8 rainfall days, in December, Oussouye aggregates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

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

The average day length in December is 11h and 25min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:27 and sunset at 18:51 GMT.

In Oussouye, the average sunshine duration in December is 9.7h.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

31.5°C

31.1°C

30°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

14.6km/h

17.1km/h

18.6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

25.9

30.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Oussouye, Senegal

Average high temperature in December: 31.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (28.3°C).

Average low temperature in December: 24.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and March (22.4°C).

Average pressure in December
Oussouye, Senegal

Average pressure in December: 1011.6mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1012.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Oussouye, Senegal

Average wind speed in December: 16km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (12.4km/h).

Average humidity in December
Oussouye, Senegal

Average humidity in December: 45%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (43%).

Average rainfall in December
Oussouye, Senegal

Average rainfall in December: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (238mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Oussouye, Senegal

Average rainfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (0.3 days).

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

Average daylight in December: 11h and 24min

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 42min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oussouye, Senegal

Average sunshine days in December: 30 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Oussouye, Senegal

Average UV index in December: 7

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

Average cloud cover in December
Oussouye, Senegal

Average cloud cover in December: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in December
Oussouye, Senegal

Average visibility in December: 10km

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