December weather forecast
Douentza, Mali

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Weather in December

December embraces winter in full swing, while still maintaining a comfortable warmth with temperature peaking at 32°C (89.6°F). Rainfall becomes non-existent, marking the return of the dry season. The diminishing daylight hours intensify the winter touch. Wind intensity increases slightly from November, prompting a cooling sensation in the otherwise warm ambiance. The weather during December offers a break from the harsher climate variations observed during the year.

Temperature

With the onset of December, Douentza's climate undergoes a slight change as the average high-temperature moves from a sweltering 35.9°C (96.6°F) in November to a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). The nighttime temperature shows a significant divergence from the daytime highs, averaging at a comfortable 17.7°C (63.9°F) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 15%.

Rainfall

In Douentza, Mali, rain does not fall in January, March, November and December.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 17:40. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 17:52 GMT.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during December leads to these advisories:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in December?

In Douentza, in December, the average high-temperature is 32°C (89.6°F), and the average low-temperature is 17.7°C (63.9°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 42°C (107.6°F).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 15%.

What is the driest month?

January, March, November and December are months without rainfall.

What is the month with the shortest days in Douentza?

With an average of 11h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Douentza have in December?

In December, the average day length is 11h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 17:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 17:52 GMT.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Douentza, with an average of 7.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 7.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in December in Douentza?

In Douentza, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Douentza, Mali

Average temperature in December - Douentza, Mali
  • Average high temperature in December: 32°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (42.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (31.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Douentza, Mali

Average pressure in December - Douentza, Mali
  • Average pressure in December: 1013.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1014.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1007.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Douentza, Mali

Average wind speed in December - Douentza, Mali
  • Average wind speed in December: 14.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (14.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (10.4km/h).

Average humidity in December
Douentza, Mali

Average humidity in December - Douentza, Mali
  • Average humidity in December: 15%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (44%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (11%).

Average rainfall in December
Douentza, Mali

Average rainfall in December - Douentza, Mali
  • Average rainfall in December: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (72mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March, November and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Douentza, Mali

Average rainfall days in December - Douentza, Mali
  • Average rainfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Douentza, Mali

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Douentza, Mali
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 2min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Douentza, Mali

Average sunshine days in December - Douentza, Mali
  • Average sunshine days in December: 30.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Douentza, Mali

Average UV index in December - Douentza, Mali
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June and September (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December
Douentza, Mali

Average cloud cover in December - Douentza, Mali
  • Average cloud cover in December: 8

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in December
Douentza, Mali

Average visibility in December - Douentza, Mali
  • 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).

Douentza, Mali

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