December weather forecast
Baro Kunda, The Gambia

December

Weather in December

December in Baro Kunda is characterized by a comfortable, dry climate, ideal for enjoying the outdoors. There is no rainfall through the month, making it the driest month of the year. The temperature ranges between comfortable levels, making it a pleasant time of the year for residents and tourists. Ample sunshine graces the landscape during daylight hours, ensuring bright, sunny days. The weather conditions during this month create a cheerful ambiance, making it a perfect time to celebrate the end of the year and the peak tourist season.

Temperature

A minor adjustment in Baro Kunda's average high-temperature is noted with the start of December, touching a still sweltering 35.9°C (96.6°F) from November's 37.6°C (99.7°F). December nights present a sharp contrast to daytime highs, with average temperatures of 20.4°C (68.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 17%.

Rainfall

In Baro Kunda, rain does not fall in January through March and December.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 18:44 GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

January, February, July through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in December?
The high-temperature in Baro Kunda during December is 35.9°C (96.6°F) and the low-temperature is 20.4°C (68.7°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 52°C (125.6°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In Baro Kunda, the average relative humidity in December is 17%.
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?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December?
In Baro Kunda, the average day length in December is 11h and 21min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Baro Kunda?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 18:44 GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Baro Kunda have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 9.6h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Baro Kunda?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, July through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index reading in December in Baro Kunda?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
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Average visibility
Average temperature in December - Baro Kunda, The Gambia
Average temperature in December
Baro Kunda, The Gambia
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (42°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (33.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.5°C).

Average pressure in December - Baro Kunda, The Gambia
Average pressure in December
Baro Kunda, The Gambia
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1009.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Baro Kunda, The Gambia
Average wind speed in December
Baro Kunda, The Gambia
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (7.7km/h).

Average humidity in December - Baro Kunda, The Gambia
Average humidity in December
Baro Kunda, The Gambia
  • Average humidity in December: 17%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (15%).

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (128mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and December (0mm).

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (0.1 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Baro Kunda, The Gambia
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Baro Kunda, 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 18min).

  • 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: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December - Baro Kunda, The Gambia
Average sunshine days in December
Baro Kunda, 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 (6.1 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June and October (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, July, August, September, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in December - Baro Kunda, The Gambia
Average cloud cover in December
Baro Kunda, The Gambia
  • Average cloud cover in December: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in December - Baro Kunda, The Gambia
Average visibility in December
Baro Kunda, The Gambia
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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

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