December weather forecast
Bansang, The Gambia

December

Weather in December

Wrapping up the year, December in Bansang invites the purely dry season of the weather cycle. This month has humidity dropping down to as low as 21%, making for the driest period of the year. With zero rainfall throughout December, this phase can be termed as the driest part of the year in this part of the Gambia. The temperature dips slightly compared to November, but it is still considerably warm, enabling outdoor activities without any hinderance. Lastly, the pristine weather conditions ensure a perfect setting to usher in the New Year.

Temperature

Entering December in Bansang, the average high-temperature is recorded at a still very hot 35.9°C (96.6°F), exhibiting a minimal shift from November's 36.8°C (98.2°F). Bansang in December observes a sharp transition from the daytime heat, falling to an average low of 19.7°C (67.5°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 21%.

Rainfall

January through March and December are months without rainfall.

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 07:06 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:21 and sunset at 18:42 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 9.6h.

UV index

In Bansang, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during December leads to these instructions:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in December?
The average high-temperature, in December, in Bansang, is 35.9°C (96.6°F), while the average low-temperature is 19.7°C (67.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in November is evaluated at 42°C (107.6°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
The average relative humidity in December in Bansang is 21%.
What is the driest month?
January through March and December are months without rainfall.
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?
With an average of 11h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
What is the average length of the day in December?
The average day length in December is 11h and 21min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
On the first day of December in Bansang, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:21 and sunset at 18:42 GMT.
How long on average sun shines in December?
In Bansang, the average sunshine duration in December is 9.6h.
What is the UV index reading in December in Bansang?
In Bansang, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in December - Bansang, The Gambia
Average temperature in December
Bansang, The Gambia
  • 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 - Bansang, The Gambia
Average pressure in December
Bansang, The Gambia
  • 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 - Bansang, The Gambia
Average wind speed in December
Bansang, The Gambia
  • 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 - Bansang, The Gambia
Average humidity in December
Bansang, The Gambia
  • 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 - Bansang, The Gambia
Average rainfall in December
Bansang, The Gambia
  • 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 - Bansang, The Gambia
Average rainfall days in December
Bansang, The Gambia
  • 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 - Bansang, The Gambia
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bansang, 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 4min

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 - Bansang, The Gambia
Average sunshine days in December
Bansang, The Gambia
  • 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 - Bansang, The Gambia
Average UV index in December
Bansang, The Gambia
  • 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 - Bansang, The Gambia
Average cloud cover in December
Bansang, The Gambia
  • 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 - Bansang, The Gambia
Average visibility in December
Bansang, The Gambia
  • 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).

englishespañol中文
Share