December weather forecast
Bafuloto, The Gambia

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bafuloto, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 23.8°C (74.8°F) and 30.5°C (86.9°F).

Temperature

Bafuloto, The Gambia, records an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.5°C (86.9°F) as December arrives, nearly mirroring the previous month's climate. During December, the average low-temperature in Bafuloto is a warm 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Heat index

December's mean heat index is appraised at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Continued exposure and engagement in activity might trigger tiredness and subsequently heat cramps.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical 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 42%.

Rainfall

January, February and December are months without rainfall in Bafuloto.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Bafuloto is December, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Bafuloto, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 18:50 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 9.5h.

UV index

January, April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Bafuloto. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in December translates into these instructions:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Bafuloto in December?
During December, Bafuloto experiences an average high-temperature of 30.5°C (86.9°F) and a low-temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in December is appraised at 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Bafuloto?
In December, the average relative humidity in Bafuloto is 42%.
What is the driest month in Bafuloto?
January, February and December are months without rainfall.
Does it rain in Bafuloto in December?
In December, in Bafuloto, it doesn't rain. November is the latest month when it rains.
What is the month with the shortest days in Bafuloto?
December has the shortest days of the year in Bafuloto, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Bafuloto?
In Bafuloto, the average day length in December is 11h and 22min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Bafuloto?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 18:50 GMT.
How long on average sun shines in December in Bafuloto?
In Bafuloto, The Gambia, the average sunshine duration in December is 9.5h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Bafuloto?
January, April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.
How high is the UV index in December in Bafuloto?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Bafuloto, The Gambia
Average temperature in December
Bafuloto, The Gambia
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (28.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (26.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (21.6°C).

Average pressure in December - Bafuloto, The Gambia
Average pressure in December
Bafuloto, The Gambia
  • Average pressure in December: 1012mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Bafuloto, The Gambia
Average wind speed in December
Bafuloto, The Gambia
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (12.8km/h).

Average humidity in December - Bafuloto, The Gambia
Average humidity in December
Bafuloto, The Gambia
  • Average humidity in December: 42%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (39%).

Average rainfall in December - Bafuloto, The Gambia
Average rainfall in December
Bafuloto, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall in December: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (177mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Bafuloto, The Gambia
Average rainfall days in December
Bafuloto, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.2 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bafuloto, The Gambia
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bafuloto, The Gambia
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 2min

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 3min

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: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December - Bafuloto, The Gambia
Average sunshine days in December
Bafuloto, The Gambia
  • Average sunshine days in December: 30.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December - Bafuloto, The Gambia
Average UV index in December
Bafuloto, The Gambia
  • Average UV index in December: 7

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

Average cloud cover in December - Bafuloto, The Gambia
Average cloud cover in December
Bafuloto, The Gambia
  • Average cloud cover in December: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in December - Bafuloto, The Gambia
Average visibility in December
Bafuloto, The Gambia
  • 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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