December weather forecast
Makadi Bay, Egypt

In December, lighter shades of cold settle in, marking a full circle and the attentive anticipation of another year. This month witnesses a steady dip in sea temperatures paired with the shortest daylight hours of the year. Temperature, now moderating between 12°C (53.6°F) and 23°C (73.4°F), hits a comfortable zone. Mirroring November, December repeats the slight hint of rainfall, with 1mm (0.04") making a consistent year-end scenario. December, closing the book with a cool finish.

Temperature

During the shift to December, a minor reduction in average high-temperature is observed, shifting from 27°C (80.6°F) in November to a still moderately hot 23°C (73.4°F). In December, Makadi Bay records an average nighttime temperature of 12°C (53.6°F).

Rainfall

The wettest months are October through December, with an average 1mm (0.04") of rainfall.

Sea temperature

In Makadi Bay, the average seawater temperature in December is 24.1°C (75.4°F).
Note: A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 24.1°C (75.4°F) water. (FYI: The Olympic swimming competition requires a water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).)

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EET.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during December leads to these advisories:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Attention! UV strength is notably upped by the reflection of sand and water.