December weather forecastGabes, Tunisia

December

Weather in December

December in Gabes signifies the onset of winter with significantly cooler temperatures and a reduced number of daylight hours. An upward trend in relative humidity is observed while rainfall occurs more often than in November. The sea temperature continues to cool, influencing the overall climate. This month's temperature records indicate a high of 17.5°C (63.5°F) alongside a substantial 33mm (1.3") of rainfall.

Temperature

In Gabes, the average high-temperature in December gently drops from an agreeable 21.5°C (70.7°F) in November to a refreshing 17.5°C (63.5°F). Gabes experiences an average low-temperature of 8.4°C (47.1°F) in month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Gabes is 64%.

Rainfall

In Gabes, during December, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 29 rainfall days, and 223mm (8.78") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Gabes, the average seawater temperature in December is 18°C (64.4°F).
Note: In water with a temperature of 18°C (64.4°F), most people do not enjoy swimming. As the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing becomes increasingly difficult to control.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 17:10. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:24 and sunset at 17:21 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Gabes.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Gabes. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.

Updated: Jan 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In Gabes, 17.5°C (63.5°F) is the average high-temperature and 8.4°C (47.1°F) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 33°C (91.4°F).

The average relative humidity in December in Gabes is 64%.

In Gabes, in December, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 33mm (1.3") of accumulated precipitation.

In Gabes, Tunisia, the average seawater temperature in December is 18°C (64.4°F). For most, swimming in 18°C (64.4°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Gabes.

The average day length in December in Gabes, Tunisia, is 9h and 56min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 17:10. On the last day of the month, in Gabes, sunrise is at 07:24 and sunset at 17:21 CET.

With an average of 6.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Gabes, Tunisia.

In Gabes, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.8h.

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

In Gabes, Tunisia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Average temperature in December
Gabes, Tunisia

Average high temperature in December: 17.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.5°C).

Average low temperature in December: 8.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°C).

Average humidity in December
Gabes, Tunisia

Average humidity in December: 64%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and September (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (59%).

Average rainfall in December
Gabes, Tunisia

Average rainfall in December: 33.3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (44.1mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.7mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Gabes, Tunisia

Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are March, October and November (4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Gabes, Tunisia

Average sea temperature in December: 18°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (28°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (15°C).

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

Average daylight in December: 9h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

Average sunshine in December: 6h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).