December weather forecast
Epule, Vanuatu

As the year culminates, December in Epule, Vanuatu marks the year's warmest month, with temperatures oscillating between 26.6°C (79.9°F) and 27.4°C (81.3°F). Rainfall increases once again, amounting to an average of 90mm (3.54") spread across about 20.5 rainy days. Concurrently, daylight hours reach their annual peak at 13.2 hours, while sunshine hours set themselves at 9.3. December thus signals the return of near-January weather conditions in Epule, ready to start a new climatological cycle in the coming year.

Temperature

The onset of December in Epule, Vanuatu, marks an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.4°C (81.3°F), hardly differing from November's 26.3°C (79.3°F). Epule maintains a minor drop in temperature during December nights, with averages of 26.6°C (79.9°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in December is evaluated at a hot 30°C (86°F). Continued exposure and engagement in activity might trigger tiredness and subsequently heat cramps.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Epule, during December, the rain falls for 20.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 90mm (3.54") of precipitation. In Epule, Vanuatu, 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 in Epule, with an average of 13h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:02 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of December, in Epule, sunrise is at 05:14 and sunset at 18:24 +11.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Epule are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.