December weather forecast
Jos, Nigeria

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Weather in December

In Jos, December is synonymous with festive spirit and admirably clear weather. Joining the league of November, December also records a dry spell with no rainfall. The consistency of the dry pattern makes the city a pleasant destination for Christmas celebrations. The holiday season with clear skies, accompanied by enticing weather forms the perfect backdrop for end-of-the-year festivities. With December's delightful tidings, the weather cycle faithfully resets itself, ready to commence fresh with the dawn of a new year.

Temperature

The arrival of December records an average high-temperature of a warm 29.5°C (85.1°F), closely related to the 30.1°C (86.2°F) observed in November. Against the backdrop of high daytime temperatures, an average low-temperature of 15°C (59°F) is noted during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 26%.

Rainfall

January, November and December are months without rainfall in Jos.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:14 WAT.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 10h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during December?

December temperatures in Jos vary between a high-temperature of 29.5°C (85.1°F) and a low-temperature of 15°C (59°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in October is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 26%.

What is the driest month in Jos?

In Jos, rain does not fall in January, November and December.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Jos?

In December, the average day length is 11h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:14 WAT.

What are the months with the most sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 10h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Jos have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 10h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Jos, Nigeria, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Jos, Nigeria

Average temperature in December - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (34.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (25.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (21.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Jos, Nigeria

Average pressure in December - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.2mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1012.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Jos, Nigeria

Average wind speed in December - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (10.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Jos, Nigeria

Average humidity in December - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average humidity in December: 26%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (22%).

Average rainfall in December
Jos, Nigeria

Average rainfall in December - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average rainfall in December: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (284mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, November and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Jos, Nigeria

Average rainfall days in December - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average rainfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (30.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (0.1 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Jos, Nigeria

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 10h

The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 10h).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h).

Average sunshine days in December
Jos, Nigeria

Average sunshine days in December - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average sunshine days in December: 30.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June, July and August (0.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Jos, Nigeria

Average UV index in December - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are March and April (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Jos, Nigeria

Average cloud cover in December - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average cloud cover in December: 2

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 2).

Average visibility in December
Jos, Nigeria

Average visibility in December - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (7km).

Jos, Nigeria

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