December weather forecast
Ponerihouen, New Caledonia

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Weather in December

December brings both an increase in temperature and rainfall, making it a characteristically humid month for Ponerihouen. Temperatures peak at 26°C (78.8°F), while total rainfall reaches 66mm (2.6"). The city thrives under these conditions, with its abundant flora taking on a lush, vibrant hue. Even with the higher cloud cover percentage, the city enjoys plenty of sunlight with longer daylight hours of 13.4. While the winds may slightly gain speed, they remain pleasant and contribute to the overall tropical experience.

Temperature

December brings a marginal elevation to a still warm 26°C (78.8°F) from November's 24.7°C (76.5°F) in Ponerihouen's average high-temperatures. A mean low-temperature of 22.9°C (73.2°F) is a distinguishing feature of December in Ponerihouen, indicating a slight dip from daytime highs.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Ponerihouen, in December, during 21.5 rainfall days, 66mm (2.6") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 201.9 rainfall days, and 774mm (30.47") 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 Ponerihouen, sunrise is at 05:07 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 18:43 +11.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

January through July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Ponerihouen. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during December translates into these guidelines:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Ponerihouen in December?

The high-temperature in Ponerihouen, New Caledonia, during December is 26°C (78.8°F) and the low-temperature is 22.9°C (73.2°F). In February, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Ponerihouen?

In Ponerihouen, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in Ponerihouen in December?

In Ponerihouen, New Caledonia, during December, the rain falls for 21.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 66mm (2.6") of precipitation.

When are the longest days in Ponerihouen?

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 24min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Ponerihouen, New Caledonia, is 13h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ponerihouen?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:07 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 18:43 +11.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ponerihouen?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Ponerihouen is 9.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Ponerihouen?

The months with the highest UV index in Ponerihouen are January through July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in December in Ponerihouen?

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

Average temperature in December
Ponerihouen, New Caledonia

Average temperature in December - Ponerihouen, New Caledonia
  • Average high temperature in December: 26°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (24.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (18.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Ponerihouen, New Caledonia

Average pressure in December - Ponerihouen, New Caledonia
  • Average pressure in December: 1010.7mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1016.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1007.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Ponerihouen, New Caledonia

Average wind speed in December - Ponerihouen, New Caledonia
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.5km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and November (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (13.8km/h).

Average humidity in December
Ponerihouen, New Caledonia

Average humidity in December - Ponerihouen, New Caledonia
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and April (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Ponerihouen, New Caledonia

Average rainfall in December - Ponerihouen, New Caledonia
  • Average rainfall in December: 66mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (121mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (27mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Ponerihouen, New Caledonia

Average rainfall days in December - Ponerihouen, New Caledonia
  • Average rainfall days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (24.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (9.5 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ponerihouen, New Caledonia

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ponerihouen, New Caledonia
  • 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: 9h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are February and November (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ponerihouen, New Caledonia

Average sunshine days in December - Ponerihouen, New Caledonia
  • Average sunshine days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (3.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Ponerihouen, New Caledonia

Average UV index in December - Ponerihouen, New Caledonia
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Ponerihouen, New Caledonia

Average cloud cover in December - Ponerihouen, New Caledonia
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Ponerihouen, New Caledonia

Average visibility in December - Ponerihouen, New Caledonia
  • 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).

Ponerihouen, New Caledonia

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