December weather forecastDouz, Tunisia

December

Weather in December

December brings Douz into its coldest month, with a significant dip in temperatures, the high averages at 16.1°C (61°F) and the low at 9.5°C (49.1°F). It also stands out for having the longest sunshine hours with 6.8 hours daily on average. Despite being the coldest month of the year, December offers clear visibility and a low UV index making it ideal for exploring the city. The weather becomes markedly chillier, closing the year with clear, cool days. The wind speed increases to 16km/h (9.9mph), adding a chilly breeze to the climate and reinforcing the winter feel.

Temperature

The onset of December results in a small decrease in the average high-temperature, moderately receding from an agreeable 20.6°C (69.1°F) in November to a refreshing 16.1°C (61°F). December's nights observe an average temperature of 9.5°C (49.1°F).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 56%.

Rainfall

In Douz, in December, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 7mm (0.28") of accumulated precipitation. In Douz, during the entire year, the rain falls for 45.9 days and collects up to 104mm (4.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Douz, Tunisia, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 17:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:27 and sunset at 17:26 CET.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 3, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in Douz, is 16.1°C (61°F), while the low-temperature averages to 9.5°C (49.1°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 28°C (82.4°F).

With an average relative humidity of 56%, December is the most humid month.

In December, the average relative humidity in Douz is 56%.

In Douz, in December, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 7mm (0.28") of accumulated precipitation.

December has the shortest days of the year in Douz, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

In December, the average day length in Douz is 9h and 59min.

On the first day of December in Douz, Tunisia, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 17:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:27 and sunset at 17:26 CET.

The months with the least sunshine in Douz are January and December, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December in Douz is 6.8h.

With an average maximum UV index of 3, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Douz.

In Douz, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Douz, Tunisia

  • Average high temperature in December: 16.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (35.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Douz, Tunisia

  • Average pressure in December: 1021.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1013.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Douz, Tunisia

  • Average wind speed in December: 16km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (19.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (14.1km/h).

Average humidity in December
Douz, Tunisia

  • Average humidity in December: 56%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (56%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (39%).

Average rainfall in December
Douz, Tunisia

  • Average rainfall in December: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (19mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Douz, Tunisia

  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.1 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Douz, Tunisia

  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Douz, Tunisia

  • Average sunshine days in December: 27.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (23.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Douz, Tunisia

  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Douz, Tunisia

  • Average cloud cover in December: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in December
Douz, Tunisia

  • 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).