December weather forecast
Bambali, The Gambia

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Weather in December

December embraces the true character of the dry season in Bambali. A drop to no rainfall at all ensures a significant weather contrast compared to mid-year. Temperatures stay warm albeit slightly cooler than the preceding month, shaping a delightful end-of-year climate. The cloud coverage dwindles, amplifying the brilliance of sunshine-filled days. The sunsets, adorned with a vibrancy unique to the season, form an enticing close to the year's weather tale.

Temperature

December registers an average high-temperature of a still very hot 35.9°C (96.6°F), slightly varied from November's 37.6°C (99.7°F). The average low-temperature of 20.4°C (68.7°F) in December represents a significant drop from the daily high.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 17%.

Rainfall

January through March and December are months without rainfall.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:24 and sunset at 18:45 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, July through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in December translates into these instructions:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in December?

In Bambali, 35.9°C (96.6°F) is the average high-temperature and 20.4°C (68.7°F) is the average low-temperature during December. In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 52°C (125.6°F).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 17%.

What is the driest month in Bambali?

In Bambali, rain does not fall in January through March and December.

Does it rain in December?

In December, in Bambali, The Gambia, it doesn't rain. November is the latest month when it rains.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 11h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 11h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:24 and sunset at 18:45 GMT.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 9.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, July through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Bambali, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
Bambali, The Gambia

Average temperature in December - Bambali, The Gambia
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (42°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (33.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.5°C).

Average pressure in December
Bambali, The Gambia

Average pressure in December - Bambali, The Gambia
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1009.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Bambali, The Gambia

Average wind speed in December - Bambali, The Gambia
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (7.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Bambali, The Gambia

Average humidity in December - Bambali, The Gambia
  • Average humidity in December: 17%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (15%).

Average rainfall in December
Bambali, The Gambia

Average rainfall in December - Bambali, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall in December: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (128mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Bambali, The Gambia

Average rainfall days in December - Bambali, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (0.1 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bambali, The Gambia

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bambali, The Gambia
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bambali, The Gambia

Average sunshine days in December - Bambali, The Gambia
  • Average sunshine days in December: 30.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Bambali, The Gambia

Average UV index in December - Bambali, The Gambia
  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June and October (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, July, August, September, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in December
Bambali, The Gambia

Average cloud cover in December - Bambali, The Gambia
  • Average cloud cover in December: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in December
Bambali, The Gambia

Average visibility in December - Bambali, The Gambia
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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

Bambali, The Gambia

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