December weather forecast
Chamarel, Mauritius

December weather in Chamarel culminates the tropical trends of preceding months. Maintaining a temperate climatic palette, average temperatures fluctuate from 24.7°C (76.5°F) to 27.6°C (81.7°F), welcoming the holiday season in a warm ambience. Despite an increment in the frequency of rainfall, the sunlight hours and visibility remain steady, acknowledging the month's vibrant festivities. Even with the high humidity, December symbolizes the advent of summer and rings in the New Year with a striking balance of sunshine and showers. Eventually, December provides an appetizing climate wrapper that appeals to the influx of tourists seeking a warm year-end escape in Chamarel, Mauritius.

Temperature

December registers an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.6°C (81.7°F), slightly varied from November's 26.3°C (79.3°F). Chamarel's nighttime temperature in December consistently rests at a still warm 24.7°C (76.5°F).

Heat index

In December, the heat index is computed to be a hot 30°C (86°F). If one endures exposure and continues to be active, it might result in tiredness and heat cramps.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Chamarel, in December, it is raining for 18.3 days, with typically 72mm (2.83") of accumulated precipitation. In Chamarel, Mauritius, during the entire year, the rain falls for 207.3 days and collects up to 645mm (25.39") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Chamarel is December, with an average of 13h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:54 +04.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Chamarel is 10.1h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during December translates into the following directions:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.