Maldives Weather in December: Temperature, Precipitation, Wind
December is one of the best months to visit the Maldives, which is why it is a popular destination for travelers seeking warm weather during the winter season in the northern hemisphere. The average temperature in the Maldives in December is 28.6°C (83.5°F), with highs reaching 31.0°C (87.7°F) and lows dropping to 26.6°C (79.9°F). The average temperature feels slightly cooler at 33.9°C (93.1°F) due to ocean breezes, but it still provides a pleasant escape from colder climates. The Maldives experiences high humidity in December, with an average of 82.9%. This can make the warm temperatures feel even hotter, especially during the daytime when the sun is strong. The average wind speed is 28.4 km/h (17.7 mph), which helps to provide some relief from the heat and humidity. December is part of the northeast monsoon season in the Maldives, which brings more rain and stronger winds to the islands. The average precipitation in December is 10.3 mm (0.4 inches), with a high chance of rain on most days, around 71.0%. The most common type of precipitation is rain, and it usually occurs in short, heavy bursts. The Maldives has an average of 4.8 days with precipitation in December, and there is a 27.4% chance of severe weather. Travelers should be prepared for the possibility of rain and plan outdoor activities accordingly.
What is the temperature in Maldives in December?
Average air temperature in Maldives is 28.6°C (83.5°F) in December. The outside temperature in Maldives feels like 33.9°C (93.1°F) on a typical December day. The highest average temperature during sunny days is 31°C (87.7°F) and feels like 39.2°C (102.5°F). The lowest average temperature after dark is 26.6°C (79.9°F) which feels like 28.9°C (84°F).
How hot is Maldives in December?
The hot temperature in December in Maldives rises to 32.1°C (89.8°F) on sunny days with low cloud coverage and 82.9% humidity. During hottest days of December it feels like 42.3 °C (108.1°F). The average maximum temp in Maldives is 31°C (108.1°F) during day time in December.
How cold is Maldives in December?
The coldest temp in Maldives in December drops to 24°C (75.2°F) during the cold nights. With 28.4km/h (17.7mph) winds and 82.9% humidity it feels like 24°C (75.2°F) on the coldest nights. The average minimum temperature is 26.6°C (79.9°F) during night time in December.
Does it rain in Maldives in December?
Yes, it rains for 30 days in Maldives in December averaging 10.3 mm of precipitation. Maldives has a 71% chance for rain throughout the entire month of December.
How much does it rain in Maldives throughout December?
Maldives has 10.3 mm (0.41 inch) of rain per day on average in December. It rains for an average of 30 days out of the entire month.
Is Maldives windy in December?
The average speed of wind in Maldives during December is 28.4km/h (17.7mph) and average windgust is 28.6km/h (17.8mph). On some days in December wind can reach up to 48.2km/h (30mph).
What is the direction of the wind in Maldives in December?
Most days of December the wind is blowing from South-Southeast direction in Maldives.
What are the humidity levels in Maldives in December?
The average humidity levels in Maldives in December are 82.9%. Daily humidity levels in Maldives range from 75% to 94% during December.
How many hours of daylight are in Maldives in December?
Maldives has 11 hours 53 minutes of daylight in December on average. Sunset and sunrise times gradually change throughout the month. Sunrise in Maldives in December is at 6:05:00 and the sunset is at 17:58:04.
What is the cloud coverage in Maldives in December?
Clouds cover 79.9% of the sky on average throughout December in Maldives. The cloud coverage ranges from 37.2% to 99% depending on the day of the month.
What is the UV level in December in Maldives?
The average UV index in Maldives is 7.6 in December. UV levels change throughout the month and range from 1 to 9.
What is the solar radiation in Maldives in December?
The average solar radiation is 203.6 W/m2 (Watts per square meter) in Maldives during December. However solar radiation levels change throughout the month and range from 13.1 W/m2 to 276.2 W/m2.
What is the solar energy during December in Maldives?
The average solar energy during December in Maldives is 17.6 MJ/m2 (megajoules per square metre). Solar energy ranges from 1.1 MJ/m2, to 23.9 MJ/m2 during December.
Are there severe weather risks in Maldives in December?
Yes, there is a 27.4% risk for severe weather in Maldives in December.
What is the air pressure in Maldives in December?
On average the air pressure in Maldives in December is 1010.3 mb (millibars). Throughout the month the sea level pressure ranges from 1008.7 mb to 1012.3 mb.
What is the visibility in Maldives in December?
The average daylight visibility in Maldives in December is 11.3 km (7 miles). Depending on the precipitation the visibility ranges from 5.9 km (3.7 miles) to 21.2 km (13.2 miles) throughout December.
What is the dew point in Maldives in December?
The average dew point in Maldives during December is 25.4°C (77.6°F).
Where is the data for Maldives climate in December coming from?
The climate data for Maldives in December is collected from the following weather stations.
- MALE INTERNATIONAL, MV
- VRMM