December weather forecast
Matam, Senegal

December

Weather in December

In December, Matam experiences the coldest weather of the year with temperatures ranging from 21.1°C (70°F) to 33.3°C (91.9°F). The month is known for its cooler temperatures, clear skies, and optimal visibility conditions. Despite being the coolest month, Matam continues to receive plenty of sunshine, adding to the city's alluring winter charm. Compared with November, December weather is significantly cooler, whereas January sees a slight rise in average temperatures.

Temperature

The advent of December in Matam brings a subtle shift in temperature, with the average high moving from a torrid 36.8°C (98.2°F) in November to a tropical 33.3°C (91.9°F). During December, the nighttime temperature in Matam presents a clear descent from the daily peaks, falling to an average of 21.1°C (70°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Matam is 15%.

Rainfall

In Matam, rain does not fall in January, February, November and December.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 18:32 GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Matam is 9.6h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Matam in December?
In Matam, in December, the average high-temperature is 33.3°C (91.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 21.1°C (70°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is evaluated at 46°C (114.8°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Matam?
In December, the average relative humidity in Matam is 15%.
What is the driest month in Matam?
In Matam, Senegal, rain does not fall in January, February, November and December.
What is the month with the shortest days in Matam?
With an average of 11h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
What is the average length of the day in December in Matam?
In Matam, Senegal, the average day length in December is 11h and 13min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Matam?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 18:32 GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Matam have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Matam, Senegal, is 9.6h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Matam?
With an average maximum UV index of 6, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Matam.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Matam?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Matam, Senegal
Average temperature in December
Matam, Senegal
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (42.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (29.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°C).

Average pressure in December - Matam, Senegal
Average pressure in December
Matam, Senegal
  • Average pressure in December: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Matam, Senegal
Average wind speed in December
Matam, Senegal
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (17.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (12.3km/h).

Average humidity in December - Matam, Senegal
Average humidity in December
Matam, Senegal
  • Average humidity in December: 15%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (47%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (13%).

Average rainfall in December - Matam, Senegal
Average rainfall in December
Matam, Senegal
  • Average rainfall in December: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (57mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, November and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Matam, Senegal
Average rainfall days in December
Matam, Senegal
  • Average rainfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (10.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Matam, Senegal
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Matam, Senegal
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are March, April, May, June and October (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December - Matam, Senegal
Average sunshine days in December
Matam, Senegal
  • Average sunshine days in December: 30.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (18.3 days).

Average UV index in December - Matam, Senegal
Average UV index in December
Matam, Senegal
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are April and May (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December - Matam, Senegal
Average cloud cover in December
Matam, Senegal
  • Average cloud cover in December: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in December - Matam, Senegal
Average visibility in December
Matam, Senegal
  • 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).

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