December weather forecast
Lae, Papua New Guinea

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Weather in December

December rings in the warm festival season in Lae with a further increase in the average high temperature to 27.3°C (81.1°F). The rainfall decreases once more to 101mm (3.98") average, marking the driest month of the year. Daylight hours increase to an average of 12.5 hours per day. December also experiences an increase in the sea temperature to 30°C (86°F), the warmest in the year. Concluding the year, December sees a moderate increase in wind gusts to 8.6km/h (5.3mph), completing the weather cycle in Lae.

Temperature

A minor adjustment in Lae's average high-temperature is noted with the start of December, touching a still warm 27.3°C (81.1°F) from November's 26.5°C (79.7°F). In the month of December, the average temperature dips to an agreeable 21°C (69.8°F) during the night.

Heat index

December's mean heat index is evaluated at a hot 30°C (86°F). Persisting in activity during long-term exposure might induce weariness, with subsequent heat cramps.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Lae. Rain falls for 24.3 days and accumulates 101mm (3.98") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 30°C (86°F), December is the month with the warmest seawater in Lae.
Note: Swimming in waters heated beyond 30°C (86°F) can arguably feel less refreshing.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:30 +10.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Lae, Papua New Guinea, is December, with an average of 11.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January through July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Lae, Papua New Guinea. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during December translates into the following directions:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation is accentuated by reflecting off sand and water.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lae in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Lae, Papua New Guinea, are 27.3°C (81.1°F) and 21°C (69.8°F) respectively. In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Lae?

In Lae, Papua New Guinea, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

What is the driest month in Lae?

The month with the least rainfall in Lae is December, when the rain falls for 24.3 days and typically collects 101mm (3.98") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Lae in December?

In Lae, Papua New Guinea, during December, the rain falls for 24.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 101mm (3.98") of precipitation.

What month is the sea warmest in Lae?

With an average sea temperature of 30°C (86°F), December is the month with the warmest seawater in Lae.

What is the sea water temperature in December in Lae?

In Lae, Papua New Guinea, the average seawater temperature in December is 30°C (86°F). For swimming, other intense water activities, temperature above 30°C (86°F) is arguably unpleasant, as the water cooling effect is missing.

When are the longest days in Lae?

With an average of 12h and 30min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Lae, Papua New Guinea.

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

The average day length in December is 12h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Lae?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, in Lae, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:30 +10.

What month has the most sunshine in Lae?

The month with the most sunshine is December, with an average of 11.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lae?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 11.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Lae?

The months with the highest UV index are January through July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in December in Lae?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Lae, Papua New Guinea, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Lae, Papua New Guinea

Average temperature in December - Lae, Papua New Guinea
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (24°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (21.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is September (18.4°C).

Average pressure in December
Lae, Papua New Guinea

Average pressure in December - Lae, Papua New Guinea
  • Average pressure in December: 1009.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1012.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1008.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Lae, Papua New Guinea

Average wind speed in December - Lae, Papua New Guinea
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (4.8km/h).

Average humidity in December
Lae, Papua New Guinea

Average humidity in December - Lae, Papua New Guinea
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Lae, Papua New Guinea

Average rainfall in December - Lae, Papua New Guinea
  • Average rainfall in December: 101mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (181mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (101mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Lae, Papua New Guinea

Average rainfall days in December - Lae, Papua New Guinea
  • Average rainfall days in December: 24.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (25.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (21.5 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Lae, Papua New Guinea

Average sea temperature in December - Lae, Papua New Guinea
  • Average sea temperature in December: 30°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is December (30°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July, August and September (28°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lae, Papua New Guinea

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lae, Papua New Guinea
  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 11h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lae, Papua New Guinea

Average sunshine days in December - Lae, Papua New Guinea
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (7.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (4.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Lae, Papua New Guinea

Average UV index in December - Lae, Papua New Guinea
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Lae, Papua New Guinea

Average cloud cover in December - Lae, Papua New Guinea
  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Lae, Papua New Guinea

Average visibility in December - Lae, Papua New Guinea
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, July, August, September and October (9km).

Lae, Papua New Guinea

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