December weather forecast
Ras Al-Khaimah, United Arab Emirates

December concludes the year in Ras Al-Khaimah with welcoming chills and festive vibes. The temperature plunges to 26.8°C (80.2°F), offering a cool respite leading up to the end of the year. Cleverly using the daylight, tourists make the most out of the limited sunshine duration. An increase in rainfall events reflects the ongoing wet season. To end, December's weather showcases a perfect blend of mild desert winter with mild festivities, wrapping up the year on a high note in the United Arab Emirates.

Temperature

December in Ras Al-Khaimah signifies a minor drop in average high-temperature, transitioning from a tropical 31.4°C (88.5°F) in November to a moderately hot 26.8°C (80.2°F). Ras Al-Khaimah observes a noteworthy temperature drop from the daily highs during December nights, with a mean temperature of 13.5°C (56.3°F).

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are the most humid months in Ras Al-Khaimah.

Rainfall

In Ras Al-Khaimah, in December, it is raining for 2.3 days, with typically 17mm (0.67") of accumulated precipitation. In Ras Al-Khaimah, during the entire year, the rain falls for 14.3 days and collects up to 133mm (5.24") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Ras Al-Khaimah, the average seawater temperature in December is 25.7°C (78.3°F).
Note: Water temperature from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) is considered very warm, making water activities enjoyable for prolonged periods without any uncomfortable sensations.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 17:24. On the last day of December, in Ras Al-Khaimah, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 17:35 +04.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Ras Al-Khaimah is December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Beware! Reflecting off water and sand, UV rays are much stronger.