December weather forecast
Matahau, Tonga

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Weather in December

The month of December in Matahau showcases another rise in temperature with a maximum temperature of 25.6°C (78.1°F). There is an increase in rainfall, a change from the previous drier months, indicating the onset of a wetter season. The increase in daylight hours echoes the tropical influence on Matahu’s meteorological conditions asserting it as part of the diverse Pacific climate effects. The consistency in wind speeds and the heightened percentage of cloud cover, offer respite from the increased UV index. Therefore, the weather continues its rotational journey of transformation as the year comes full circle gracefully.

Temperature

December in Matahau, Tonga, registers an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.6°C (78.1°F), slightly varied from November's 24.4°C (75.9°F). During the month of December, Matahau's average nighttime temperature closely mirrors its daytime counterpart, at a still moderately hot 24.9°C (76.8°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Matahau, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 19:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 19:26 +13.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Matahau are April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 in December translates into these instructions:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. 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. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Matahau?

In Matahau, in December, the average high-temperature is 25.6°C (78.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 24.9°C (76.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in March is estimated at 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Matahau?

The average relative humidity in December in Matahau, Tonga, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Matahau in December?

In Matahau, Tonga, in December, during 16.5 rainfall days, 75mm (2.95") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When are the longest days in Matahau?

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

How many hours of daylight does Matahau have in December?

In December, the average day length in Matahau, Tonga, is 13h and 24min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Matahau?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 19:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 19:26 +13.

How many hours of sunshine does Matahau have in December?

In Matahau, Tonga, the average sunshine duration in December is 8.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Matahau?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Matahau?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Matahau, Tonga, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Matahau, Tonga

Average temperature in December - Matahau, 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
Matahau, Tonga

Average pressure in December - Matahau, 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
Matahau, Tonga

Average wind speed in December - Matahau, 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
Matahau, Tonga

Average humidity in December - Matahau, 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
Matahau, Tonga

Average rainfall in December - Matahau, 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
Matahau, Tonga

Average rainfall days in December - Matahau, 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
Matahau, Tonga

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Matahau, 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
Matahau, Tonga

Average sunshine days in December - Matahau, 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
Matahau, Tonga

Average UV index in December - Matahau, 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
Matahau, Tonga

Average cloud cover in December - Matahau, 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
Matahau, Tonga

Average visibility in December - Matahau, 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).

Matahau, Tonga

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