December weather forecast
Bantanto, The Gambia

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Weather in December

In Bantanto, December features only 0.3 days of rainfall, further adding to its reputation as a dry destination. The weather is dominantly clear and sunny, offering a picturesque end to the year. Wind speed remains consistent and contributes to the overall pleasant and mild weather conditions of December. As the year comes to an end, the city experiences engaging outdoor weather and clarity of visibility, making for great holidaying conditions.

Temperature

The transition into December notes an average high-temperature of a still fiery hot 35.9°C (96.6°F), revealing a mild distinction from the 37.6°C (99.7°F) in November. Bantanto's average low-temperature of 20.4°C (68.7°F) in December reflects a considerable decline from the daytime peak.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 17%.

Rainfall

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

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 18:31. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 18:44 GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during December translates into the following guidance:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. 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

How hot is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 35.9°C (96.6°F) and a low-temperature of 20.4°C (68.7°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 52°C (125.6°F).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Bantanto, the average relative humidity in December is 17%.

What is the driest month?

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

Does it rain in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 11h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 18:44 GMT.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 9.6h.

What is the month 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 reading in December in Bantanto?

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

Average temperature in December
Bantanto, The Gambia

Average temperature in December - Bantanto, 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
Bantanto, The Gambia

Average pressure in December - Bantanto, 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
Bantanto, The Gambia

Average wind speed in December - Bantanto, 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
Bantanto, The Gambia

Average humidity in December - Bantanto, 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
Bantanto, The Gambia

Average rainfall in December - Bantanto, 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
Bantanto, The Gambia

Average rainfall days in December - Bantanto, 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
Bantanto, The Gambia

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bantanto, 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
Bantanto, The Gambia

Average sunshine days in December - Bantanto, 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
Bantanto, The Gambia

Average UV index in December - Bantanto, 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
Bantanto, The Gambia

Average cloud cover in December - Bantanto, 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
Bantanto, The Gambia

Average visibility in December - Bantanto, 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).

Bantanto, The Gambia

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