December weather forecast
Tambacounda, Senegal

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Weather in December

December sees the arrival of winter in Tambacounda, Senegal, a contrast from the earlier warmer and drier November. Despite being the onset of winter, December experiences warmer days due to the minimal cloud cover and extended daylight from previous months. With an average wind speed of 12.2km/h (7.6mph) and 36.1°C (97°F) as the month's highest temperature, December exhibits moderate winter conditions. The limited rainfall and relatively cool wind add to the charm of the holiday season. The progression from December to January sees a marginal drop in temperature and a further decrease in rainfall, completing the annual weather cycle in Tambacounda, Senegal.

Temperature

The ushering in of December in Tambacounda brings an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 36.1°C (97°F), closely mirroring the 38.2°C (100.8°F) of November. During December, the nighttime temperature presents a clear descent from the daily peaks, falling to an average of 20.5°C (68.9°F).

Humidity

In Tambacounda, the average relative humidity in December is 16%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Tambacounda, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of December, in Tambacounda, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 18:37 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Tambacounda is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Tambacounda are January, February, July through September and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
Updated: Jan 26, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Tambacounda in December?

During December, Tambacounda experiences an average high-temperature of 36.1°C (97°F) and a low-temperature of 20.5°C (68.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in October is computed to be 50°C (122°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Tambacounda?

The average relative humidity in December in Tambacounda, Senegal, is 16%.

What is the driest month in Tambacounda?

In Tambacounda, Senegal, rain does not fall in January, February and December.

Does it rain in Tambacounda in December?

In December, it doesn't rain. November is the latest month when it rains.

What is the month with the shortest days in Tambacounda?

With an average of 11h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Tambacounda.

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

In December, the average day length in Tambacounda, Senegal, is 11h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Tambacounda?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 18:37 GMT.

How long on average sun shines in December in Tambacounda?

The average sunshine duration in December in Tambacounda is 9.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Tambacounda?

January, February, July through September and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Tambacounda, Senegal.

What is the UV index reading in December in Tambacounda?

In Tambacounda, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Tambacounda, Senegal

Average temperature in December - Tambacounda, Senegal
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (42.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (33°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (27.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Tambacounda, Senegal

Average pressure in December - Tambacounda, Senegal
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Tambacounda, Senegal

Average wind speed in December - Tambacounda, Senegal
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7.8km/h).

Average humidity in December
Tambacounda, Senegal

Average humidity in December - Tambacounda, Senegal
  • Average humidity in December: 16%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (14%).

Average rainfall in December
Tambacounda, Senegal

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (149mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Tambacounda, Senegal

Average rainfall days in December - Tambacounda, Senegal
  • Average rainfall days in December: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Tambacounda, Senegal

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tambacounda, Senegal
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tambacounda, Senegal

Average sunshine days in December - Tambacounda, Senegal
  • Average sunshine days in December: 30.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Tambacounda, Senegal

Average UV index in December - Tambacounda, Senegal
  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June, October and November (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, July, August, September and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in December
Tambacounda, Senegal

Average cloud cover in December - Tambacounda, Senegal
  • Average cloud cover in December: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in December
Tambacounda, Senegal

Average visibility in December - Tambacounda, Senegal
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (9km).

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