Weather in December
December concludes the year in
Tarrafal de São Nicolau,
Cape Verde, with a more substantial dip in sea temperature to 24.5°C (76.1°F), signifying the onset of cooler weather. The daylight hours remain consistent, providing enough sunlight to offset the drop in temperature. As the year concludes, residents relish the mild weather while awaiting the arrival of the new year and fresh weather patterns.
Sea temperature
In Tarrafal de São Nicolau, Cape Verde, in December, the average water temperature is 24.5°C (76.1°F).
Note: A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 24.5°C (76.1°F) water. (FYI: The Olympic swimming competition requires a water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).)
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 18:15 -01.