Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
December
Weather in December
Temperature
December's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.8°C (85.6°F), slightly deviating from November's 31.2°C (88.2°F). An average low-temperature of 24.2°C (75.6°F) is noted during the month of December.Heat index
December's average heat index is calculated to be a hot 30°C (86°F). Exhaustion is likely with prolonged exposure and activity. Sustaining activity may result in heat cramps.The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 45%.Rainfall
January, February 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 07:13 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 18:51 GMT.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Berrending, The Gambia, is 9.6h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 7 during December leads to these advisories:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in December
Berrending, The Gambia
- Average high temperature in December: 29.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (31.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (26.5°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 24.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (21.7°C).
Average pressure in December
Berrending, The Gambia
- Average pressure in December: 1011.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.4mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Berrending, The Gambia
- Average wind speed in December: 18.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (20.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (13.6km/h).
Average humidity in December
Berrending, The Gambia
- Average humidity in December: 45%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (44%).
Average rainfall in December
Berrending, The Gambia
- Average rainfall in December: 0mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (183mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Berrending, The Gambia
- Average rainfall days in December: 0.4 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 (0.3 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Berrending, 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 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 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Berrending, The Gambia
- Average sunshine days in December: 30.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Berrending, The Gambia
- Average UV index in December: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and April (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in December
Berrending, The Gambia
- Average cloud cover in December: 14
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in December
Berrending, 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).
