December weather forecast
Afa, Tonga

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Weather in December

In December, Afa transitions from the mild weather of November to full-fledged summer weather. The increase of rainfall is evident as December marks the beginning of the wet season. The wind gusts reach a peak of 34.7km/h (21.6mph), providing a pleasant counter to the tropical heat. With an average afternoon temperature peaking at 25.6°C (78.1°F), December embraces the return of summer with aplomb. Despite the rising humidity and heat, the city continues to bask in abundant sunshine and long daylight hours.

Temperature

The beginning of December records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25.6°C (78.1°F), almost echoing the conditions of the previous month. Afa's December nights experience a subtle temperature dip to an average of 24.9°C (76.8°F).

Humidity

In Afa, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Afa, in December, it is raining for 16.5 days, with typically 75mm (2.95") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 193.9 rainfall days, and 991mm (39.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Afa, Tonga, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 19:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 19:25 +13.

Sunshine

In Afa, the average sunshine in December is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Afa?

December temperatures in Afa, Tonga, vary between a high-temperature of 25.6°C (78.1°F) and a low-temperature of 24.9°C (76.8°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Afa?

In Afa, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Afa?

In Afa, Tonga, during December, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 75mm (2.95") of precipitation.

When are the longest days in Afa?

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 24min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Afa is 13h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Afa?

On the first day of December in Afa, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 19:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 19:25 +13.

How long on average sun shines in December in Afa?

The average sunshine duration in December in Afa, Tonga, is 8.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Afa?

The months with the lowest UV index in Afa are April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in December in Afa?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Afa, Tonga, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Afa, Tonga

Average temperature in December - Afa, Tonga
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is September (22.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (26.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (21.6°C).

Average pressure in December
Afa, Tonga

Average pressure in December - Afa, Tonga
  • Average pressure in December: 1011mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are August and September (1016.2mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and February (1008.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Afa, Tonga

Average wind speed in December - Afa, Tonga
  • Average wind speed in December: 24.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (25.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (23.3km/h).

Average humidity in December
Afa, Tonga

Average humidity in December - Afa, Tonga
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Afa, Tonga

Average rainfall in December - Afa, Tonga
  • Average rainfall in December: 75mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (163mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (36mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Afa, Tonga

Average rainfall days in December - Afa, Tonga
  • Average rainfall days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (12.9 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Afa, Tonga

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Afa, Tonga
  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Afa, Tonga

Average sunshine days in December - Afa, Tonga
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (3.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Afa, Tonga

Average UV index in December - Afa, Tonga
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and March (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December
Afa, Tonga

Average cloud cover in December - Afa, Tonga
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 46).

Average visibility in December
Afa, Tonga

Average visibility in December - Afa, Tonga
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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

Afa, Tonga

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