December weather forecast
Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde

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Weather in December

December rings in the final notes of the year with a further drop in rainy days, recording mere 3mm (0.12"), and relatively lower temperatures. These changes in weather conditions, marked by the receding monsoon and the onset of winter, create a comfortable setting to enjoy the year-end festivities in Ribeira da Barca. Even as the wind intensifies to 23.2km/h (14.4mph), it adds to the chill factor typical of December. The length of the day decreases further, casting a mesmerising early evening glow over the city's skyline. The visible signs of winter, coupled with the dwindling showers, make December a charming time to visit Ribeira da Barca.

Temperature

Upon the beginning of December, Ribeira da Barca's high-temperatures register at a still warm 25.5°C (77.9°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. Ribeira da Barca maintains an average of approximately a still warm 23°C (73.4°F) during December nights, with only a minimal decrease from the daytime temperature.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde, in December, during 1.4 rainfall days, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ribeira da Barca, during the entire year, the rain falls for 54.1 days and collects up to 149mm (5.87") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde, with an average of 11h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of December, in Ribeira da Barca, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 18:15 -01.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Ribeira da Barca is 9.4h.

UV index

January through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Ribeira da Barca. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ribeira da Barca in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 25.5°C (77.9°F) and 23°C (73.4°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in November is evaluated at 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Ribeira da Barca?

In December, the average relative humidity in Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde, is 70%.

How much does it rain in Ribeira da Barca in December?

In December, the rain falls for 1.4 days. Throughout December, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ribeira da Barca?

December has the shortest days of the year in Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde, with an average of 11h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Ribeira da Barca have in December?

In Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde, the average day length in December is 11h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ribeira da Barca?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, in Ribeira da Barca, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 18:15 -01.

How many hours of sunshine does Ribeira da Barca have in December?

In Ribeira da Barca, the average sunshine duration in December is 9.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ribeira da Barca?

January through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde.

What is the UV index reading in December in Ribeira da Barca?

In Ribeira da Barca, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde

Average temperature in December - Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (28.4°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and March (23.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are September and October (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (20.9°C).

Average pressure in December
Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde

Average pressure in December - Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde
  • Average pressure in December: 1014.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1012.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde

Average wind speed in December - Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde
  • Average wind speed in December: 23.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (25.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (14km/h).

Average humidity in December
Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde

Average humidity in December - Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde
  • Average humidity in December: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July, August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde

Average rainfall in December - Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde
  • Average rainfall in December: 3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (50mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March and May (1mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde

Average rainfall days in December - Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.7 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 1min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde

Average sunshine days in December - Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde
  • Average sunshine days in December: 28.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and May (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde

Average UV index in December - Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde
  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

Average cloud cover in December
Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde

Average cloud cover in December - Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde
  • Average cloud cover in December: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in December
Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde

Average visibility in December - Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde
  • 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).

Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde

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