December weather forecast
Saraga, Papua New Guinea

The year ends with December showcasing a mixed bag of weather phenomena in Saraga. A noticeable increment in temperature marks the prominent arrival of summer. Rainfall, while maintaining month-long consistency, records a higher total of 106mm (4.17"). A distinctive occurrence this month is the minimum wind gust speed, bottoming to its lowest at 14.4km/h (8.9mph). However, lesser cloud cover allows for slightly increased hours of sunshine, cherishing clear skies for year-end festivities.

Temperature

Saraga's December weather, with an average high temperature of 30.2°C (86.4°F) and an average low temperature of 24.5°C (76.1°F), tends to be the warmest of the year.

Heat index

The average heat index in December is calculated to be a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

In Saraga, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Saraga, in December, during 22.3 rainfall days, 106mm (4.17") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Saraga, there are 249.8 rainfall days, and 1311mm (51.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:34 +10.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 10.9h.

UV index

January, March through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Saraga. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During December, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. 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. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.