December weather forecastFeletoa, Tonga

December

Weather in December

Embracing the holiday season, December in Feletoa, Tonga showcases an even larger jump in rainfall. The heat persists, the daylight hours peak, and the wind activity remains constant throughout. The month is unique for its increased rainfall, soaring to a high of 139mm (5.47"), setting the stage for the year's rainfall climax.

Temperature

The transition from November to December in Feletoa sees average high-temperatures adjusting to a still moderately hot 27.1°C (80.8°F), from a not significantly different 26.2°C (79.2°F). Feletoa maintains an average low-temperature of 26.4°C (79.5°F) throughout December's nights.

Heat index

The average heat index in December is evaluated at a hot 30°C (86°F). Continuing activity during long-lasting exposure might induce tiredness and result in heat cramps.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Feletoa, in December, it is raining for 22.2 days, with typically 139mm (5.47") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Feletoa, there are 227.2 rainfall days, and 1333mm (52.48") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Feletoa is December, with an average of 13h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 19:16 +13.

Sunshine

With an average of 8.2h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.

Updated: Feb 5, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In December, in Feletoa, the average high-temperature is 27.1°C (80.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 26.4°C (79.5°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

In Feletoa, Tonga, in December, it is raining for 22.2 days, with typically 139mm (5.47") of accumulated precipitation.

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 12min of daylight.

In Feletoa, Tonga, the average day length in December is 13h and 14min.

On the first day of December in Feletoa, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 19:16 +13.

The month with the most sunshine in Feletoa, Tonga, is December, with an average of 8.2h of sunshine.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 8.2h.

The months with the highest UV index in Feletoa, Tonga, are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Feletoa is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

26.2°C

27.1°C

27.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

24.9km/h

25.4km/h

23.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

6.9

5.5

4.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Feletoa, Tonga

Average high temperature in December: 27.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is September (24.7°C).

Average low temperature in December: 26.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (27.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (23.7°C).

Average pressure in December
Feletoa, Tonga

Average pressure in December: 1009.8mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are August and September (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1007.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Feletoa, Tonga

Average wind speed in December: 24.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (27km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (20.2km/h).

Average humidity in December
Feletoa, Tonga

Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September, October and November (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Feletoa, Tonga

Average rainfall in December: 139mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (275mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (42mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Feletoa, Tonga

Average rainfall days in December: 22.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are February and March (24.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (14.6 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Feletoa, Tonga

Average daylight in December: 13h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).

Average sunshine in December: 8h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Feletoa, Tonga

Average sunshine days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (11.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Feletoa, Tonga

Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December
Feletoa, Tonga

Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).

Average visibility in December
Feletoa, Tonga

Average visibility in December: 10km

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