December weather forecastBethel, Vanuatu

December weather forecast for Bethel, Vanuatu: December's weather marks the end of the year with its quintessential tropical climate by balancing between warm temperature, abundant rains, and significant daylight hours. The months with the highest humidity are February through April, June, October through December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

December

Weather in December

Finally, December in Bethel welcomes the fully-fledged wet season with 90mm (3.54") of rainfall. Temperatures rise again to an average high of 27.4°C (81.3°F), culminating the tropical climate. Despite the higher levels of precipitation, the city continues to bask in approximately 13 hours of daylight. December's weather marks the end of the year with its quintessential tropical climate by balancing between warm temperature, abundant rains, and significant daylight hours.

Temperature

December's onset in Bethel records a minor alteration in the average high-temperature to a still warm 27.4°C (81.3°F) from November's 26.3°C (79.3°F). In Bethel, the nighttime temperature in December descends gently to an average of 26.6°C (79.9°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during December is computed to be a tropical 30°C (86°F). With prolonged exposure and constant activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.

Humidity

February through April, June, October through December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Bethel, in December, during 20.5 rainfall days, 90mm (3.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bethel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 231.1 days and collects up to 1033mm (40.67") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:55 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:07 and sunset at 18:24 +11.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 9.3h.

UV index

January through April, November and 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in December translates into the following instructions:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. 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

The high-temperature, in December, in Bethel, records 27.4°C (81.3°F), while the low-temperature is 26.6°C (79.9°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 30°C (86°F).

The months with the highest humidity are February through April, June, October through December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

In Bethel, in December, it is raining for 20.5 days, with typically 90mm (3.54") of accumulated precipitation.

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 18min of daylight.

In December, the average day length is 13h and 17min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:55 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:07 and sunset at 18:24 +11.

The average sunshine duration in December is 9.3h.

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bethel, Vanuatu

  • Average high temperature in December: 27.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (24.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (27.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.5°C).

Average pressure in December
Bethel, Vanuatu

  • Average pressure in December: 1009.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1014.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1006.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Bethel, Vanuatu

  • Average wind speed in December: 23.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (27.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (20.4km/h).

Average humidity in December
Bethel, Vanuatu

  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, April, June, October, November and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, May, July, August and September (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Bethel, Vanuatu

  • Average rainfall in December: 90mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (184mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (34mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Bethel, Vanuatu

  • Average rainfall days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (25.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (13.8 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bethel, Vanuatu

  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 18min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bethel, Vanuatu

  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (9.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (2.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Bethel, Vanuatu

  • Average UV index in December: 7

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

Average cloud cover in December
Bethel, Vanuatu

  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in December
Bethel, Vanuatu

  • 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).