December weather forecast
Cap Skirring, Senegal

December rings in the dry season in full swing in Cap Skirring. The city witnesses a significant drop in rainfall paralleled with an increase in sunshine hours, akin to the beginning of the year. The temperatures, sea warmth, and UV index show minimal shifts, closing the year on a stable note. With recorded rainfall at a scanty level of 1mm (0.04"), December mirrors the dry and warm conditions that January started with.

Temperature

On the advent of December, Cap Skirring's average high-temperature exhibits a minor adjustment to a still hot 31°C (87.8°F) from November's 32°C (89.6°F). Throughout December, Cap Skirring acknowledges a distinct difference between its daytime highs and the steady low average of 18°C (64.4°F).

Rainfall

December is the last month it rains. During 1 rainfall days, in December, Cap Skirring aggregates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Cap Skirring, there are 75 rainfall days, and 1423mm (56.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Cap Skirring, in December, the average water temperature is 26°C (78.8°F).
Note: For any water activity, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are deemed excellent and extremely satisfying for enduring periods.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of December, in Cap Skirring, sunrise is at 07:27 and sunset at 18:52 GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 8h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 9, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 9 turns into the following recommendations:
Never neglect to protect yourself. Eyes and skin can suffer swift damage. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or above should be applied generously and reapplied every two hours and right after any outdoor activity or swim. Take note! The UV strength of the Sun elevates when reflected off water and sand.