December weather forecast
Mandinari, The Gambia

December

Weather in December

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

Temperature

The advent of December presents an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.5°C (86.9°F), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. Mandinari records an average nighttime low of 23.8°C (74.8°F) in December.

Heat index

December's heat index is evaluated at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Ongoing exposure and activity could lead to a state of exhaustion, with a chance of heat cramps.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.

Humidity

In Mandinari, the average relative humidity in December is 42%.

Rainfall

In Mandinari, rain does not fall in January, February and December.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In Mandinari, 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. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Mandinari in December?
The high-temperature, in December, in Mandinari, is 30.5°C (86.9°F), while the low-temperature averages to 23.8°C (74.8°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
The average relative humidity in December is 42%.
What is the driest month in Mandinari?
In Mandinari, rain does not fall in January, February and December.
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?
In December, the average day length is 11h and 21min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, 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 December, the average sunshine duration is 9.5h.
When is the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January, April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
How high is the UV index in December?
In Mandinari, 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.
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Average temperature in December
Mandinari, 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
Mandinari, 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
Mandinari, 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
Mandinari, 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
Mandinari, 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
Mandinari, 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
Mandinari, 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
Mandinari, 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
Mandinari, 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
Mandinari, 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
Mandinari, 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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