December weather forecast
Beau Vallon, Seychelles

December in Beau Vallon, Seychelles, sees a rise in both temperatures and rainfall, ushering in the hot and wet season characteristic of the region's climate. The noticeable increase in wind speed compared to November brings a refreshing relief from the heat. Even though the sea maintains its average temperature, sea activities remain popular due to consistent longer daylight hours. Despite the higher rainfall, December’s blend of warm temperatures and steady breezes invites the holiday-spirited tourists.

Temperature

December's onset sees an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28°C (82.4°F), exhibiting a slight fluctuation from the previous month. The temperature during December nights demonstrates a small drop from the daytime highs, settling to an average of 27.2°C (81°F).

Heat index

In December, the heat index is computed to be a hot 32°C (89.6°F). Long-lasting exposure and activity potentially induce a sense of weariness, with the risk of heat cramps.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. 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 extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 21.8 days. Throughout December, 166mm (6.54") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 241.9 rainfall days, and 1432mm (56.38") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Beau Vallon, the average seawater temperature in December is 28°C (82.4°F).
Note: Water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are regarded as very warm, ensuring all water activities are pleasurable for extended periods without feeling uneasy.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 24min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Beau Vallon, Seychelles.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of December, in Beau Vallon, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:33 +04.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Beau Vallon is 8.4h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Beau Vallon. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during December morphs into the following directions:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Caution! The mirror effect of sand and water ups the UV radiation strength.