December weather forecast
La Foa, New Caledonia

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Weather in December

December in La Foa marks the arrival of the festive season with temperatures reaching up to 26.2°C (79.2°F) and dropping no lower than 23°C (73.4°F). While similar to November, December has additional rainfall with a total of 47mm (1.85") across 15.8 days. The moderate weather perfectly sets the stage for Christmas and New Year celebrations. The ample sunshine, scenic landscapes, and relaxed atmosphere make it an ideal month for tourists. Despite afternoon rains, December’s weather creates an overall inviting atmosphere and is a testament to the enduring spirit of La Foa.

Temperature

December experiences an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.2°C (79.2°F), barely different from November's 24.9°C (76.8°F). La Foa notes an average temperature descent to a still moderately hot 23°C (73.4°F) in December, a small shift from its daytime peak.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In La Foa, New Caledonia, during December, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 47mm (1.85") of precipitation. In La Foa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.3 days and collects up to 692mm (27.24") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in La Foa, with an average of 13h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in La Foa, New Caledonia, sunrise is at 05:04 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:16 and sunset at 18:42 +11.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in La Foa is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in La Foa?

In La Foa, 26.2°C (79.2°F) is the average high-temperature and 23°C (73.4°F) is the average low-temperature during December. In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in December in La Foa?

In December, the average relative humidity in La Foa is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in La Foa?

In La Foa, in December, during 15.8 rainfall days, 47mm (1.85") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When are the longest days in La Foa?

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in La Foa?

In La Foa, the average day length in December is 13h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in La Foa?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:04 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:16 and sunset at 18:42 +11.

How long on average sun shines in December in La Foa?

In La Foa, New Caledonia, the average sunshine duration in December is 9.6h.

How high is the UV index in December in La Foa?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in La Foa is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
La Foa, New Caledonia

Average temperature in December - La Foa, New Caledonia
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (21.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (24.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (18.2°C).

Average pressure in December
La Foa, New Caledonia

Average pressure in December - La Foa, New Caledonia
  • Average pressure in December: 1010.9mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1008mbar).

Average wind speed in December
La Foa, New Caledonia

Average wind speed in December - La Foa, New Caledonia
  • Average wind speed in December: 15.4km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March, April and November (15.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (13.1km/h).

Average humidity in December
La Foa, New Caledonia

Average humidity in December - La Foa, New Caledonia
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (74%).

Average rainfall in December
La Foa, New Caledonia

Average rainfall in December - La Foa, New Caledonia
  • Average rainfall in December: 47mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (132mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (21mm).

Average rainfall days in December
La Foa, New Caledonia

Average rainfall days in December - La Foa, New Caledonia
  • Average rainfall days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (23.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (8.9 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
La Foa, New Caledonia

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - La Foa, New Caledonia
  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are April, July and August (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
La Foa, New Caledonia

Average sunshine days in December - La Foa, New Caledonia
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (3.3 days).

Average UV index in December
La Foa, New Caledonia

Average UV index in December - La Foa, New Caledonia
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The month with the highest UV index is February (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
La Foa, New Caledonia

Average cloud cover in December - La Foa, New Caledonia
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
La Foa, New Caledonia

Average visibility in December - La Foa, New Caledonia
  • 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).

La Foa, New Caledonia

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