December is a hot and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in Rodrigues Island. December is an excellent month for swimming in Rodrigues Island with very warm sea temperatures. Consider visiting Rodrigues Island in the months of January, February, November, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for December.
The average maximum temperature in Rodrigues Island in December is 29°. The average maximum temperature is 28° in the previous month and 30° in the next month.
The average temperature in Rodrigues Island in December is 27°. The average temperature ranges is 25° in the previous month and 27° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Rodrigues Island in December is 24°. The minimum temperature is 22° in the previous month and 25° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Rodrigues Island in December are 13.3 and there are 6.8 hours of sunshine per day on average during December making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in Rodrigues Island in December is typically 14.6 during December. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Rodrigues Island in December is 26.1° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.
The average total rainfall in Rodrigues Island in December is 3.6cm and on average there are 12.5 rainy days in December making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Rodrigues Island in December is 23° which is very humid and quite uncomfortable for most unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require a fan. The dew point is 22° in the previous month and 25° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Rodrigues Island in December is typically 89.6%. The maximum relative humidity is 88.1% in the previous month and 91.1% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Rodrigues Island in December is typically 76.2%. The average relative humidity is 74.8% in the previous month and 78.5% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Rodrigues Island in December is typically 24kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 24kmh in the previous month and 24kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Rodrigues Island in December is typically 14kmh. The average wind speed is 14kmh in the previous month and 14kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Rodrigues Island in December is from the East.
