December weather forecast
Farafenni, The Gambia

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Weather in December

December wraps up the year in Farafenni with clear skies, plenty of sunshine and a notable drop in temperature. The city is pleasantly cool and the weather remains stable, making it a great month for sightseeing and other outdoor activities. The lush greenery, a remnant from the past rainy season, adds to the beauty of the city. This month sees no rainfall, recording at 0mm (0"). With long sunny days and cool winds, December offers the perfect weather conditions for a comfortable holiday season in Farafenni.

Temperature

The start of December in Farafenni sees the average high-temperature at a still torrid 35.9°C (96.6°F), showing little difference from November's 37.6°C (99.7°F). Farafenni observes a noteworthy temperature drop from the daily highs during December nights, with a mean temperature of 20.9°C (69.6°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 18%.

Rainfall

In Farafenni, rain does not fall in January through April and December.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Farafenni, The Gambia, is December, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of December, in Farafenni, The Gambia, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 18:45 GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in December transforms into this advice:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Farafenni in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Farafenni, records 35.9°C (96.6°F), while the low-temperature is 20.9°C (69.6°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 54°C (129.2°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Farafenni?

In Farafenni, the average relative humidity in December is 18%.

What is the driest month in Farafenni?

January through April and December are months without rainfall in Farafenni, The Gambia.

Does it rain in Farafenni in December?

In December, in Farafenni, The Gambia, it doesn't rain. November is the latest month when it rains.

What is the month with the shortest days in Farafenni?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Farafenni have in December?

The average day length in December in Farafenni is 11h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Farafenni?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 18:45 GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Farafenni have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Farafenni, The Gambia, is 9.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Farafenni?

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 Farafenni?

In Farafenni, The Gambia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
Farafenni, The Gambia

Average temperature in December - Farafenni, The Gambia
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (33°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.9°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 (20.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Farafenni, The Gambia

Average pressure in December - Farafenni, The Gambia
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.7mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and July (1012.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1009.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Farafenni, The Gambia

Average wind speed in December - Farafenni, The Gambia
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (7.5km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Farafenni, The Gambia

Average humidity in December - Farafenni, The Gambia
  • Average humidity in December: 18%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (15%).

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Average rainfall in December
Farafenni, The Gambia

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (146mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March, April and December (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Farafenni, The Gambia

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (0.1 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Farafenni, The Gambia

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Farafenni, 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 3min

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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Farafenni, The Gambia

Average sunshine days in December - Farafenni, The Gambia
  • Average sunshine days in December: 30.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Farafenni, The Gambia

Average UV index in December - Farafenni, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Farafenni, The Gambia

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

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in December
Farafenni, The Gambia

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (8km).

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