Weather in Kotu Beach, Kotu, Gambia in December

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Visiting Kotu Beach, Kotu, Gambia in December

The weather in December is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into January. December has average maximum temperatures of 32°C (90°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 67% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.6hrs making the days quite long and bright. It is a good time for sunbathing in Kotu Beach.

December has total rainfall of 0cm (0inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 0.4 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

Sea temperatures are a very warm 28°C (82°F). December is an excellent month for swimming in Kotu Beach with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day. The sea temperature in December is slightly warmer than the previous month.

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Can you sunbathe in Kotu Beach in December?

Yes, December is a good time for sunbathing in Kotu Beach.

December has average maximum temperatures of 32°C (90°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 67% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.6hrs making the days quite long and bright. December has total rainfall of 0cm (0inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 0.4 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

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Can you swim in Kotu Beach in December?

Yes, December is an excellent month for swimming in Kotu Beach with very warm sea temperatures 28°C (82°F).

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Is December a good time to holiday in Kotu Beach?

Yes, December is a great time for a holiday in Kotu Beach.

December has average maximum temperatures of 32°C (90°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 67% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.6hrs making the days quite long and bright. December has total rainfall of 0cm (0inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 0.4 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between. It is a good time for sunbathing in Kotu Beach. Sea temperatures are a very warm 28°C (82°F). December is an excellent month for swimming in Kotu Beach with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

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Is Kotu Beach warm in December?

Yes, Kotu Beach is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days in December.

The average maximum temperature in Kotu Beach in December is 32°C (90°F). The average maximum temperature is 33°C (92°) in the previous month and 32°C (90°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Kotu Beach in December is 26°C (78°F). The average temperature is 27°C (81°F) in the previous month and 25°C (76°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is Kotu Beach in December?

The average day light hours per day in Kotu Beach in December are 11.3. The sunshine percentage is 67% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.6hrs making the days quite long and bright.

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Crowds in Kotu Beach in December

December is the coolest month in Kotu Beach, with average temperatures around 24°C. It is also part of the dry season, which means the beach will have a low number of tourists, both local and international. Christmas and New Year's Eve celebrations might bring some crowds to the beach, but overall, it is not very crowded during this month.

Temperature in Kotu Beach in December

The weather in December is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into January. The average maximum temperature in Kotu Beach in December is 32°C (90°F). The average maximum temperature is 33°C (92°F) in the previous month and 32°C (90°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Kotu Beach in December is 26°C (78°F). The average temperature is 27°C (81°F) in the previous month and 25°C (76°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Kotu Beach in December is 19°C (66°F). The minimum temperature is 22°C (71°F) in the previous month and 18°C (64°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Kotu Beach in December

The days in December are slightly shorter than the previous month. December has slightly less hours of sunshine than the previous month. During December the average day light hours are 11.3 per day in Kotu Beach. The sunshine percentage is 67% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.6hrs making the days quite long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Kotu Beach in December is typically 9.2 during December. An ultraviolet index reading of 8 to 10 indicates a very high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 15 minutes. Take extra precautions because unprotected skin and eyes will be damaged and can burn quickly. 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.

Sea Temperature in Kotu Beach in December

The average sea water temperature in Kotu Beach in December is 27.9°C (82.2°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day. The sea temperature in December is slightly warmer than the previous month.

Rainfall in Kotu Beach in December

December has a couple of less days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop slightly into January. The average total rainfall in Kotu Beach in December is 0cm (0inches) and on average there are 0.4 rainy days in December making it an extremely dry time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Kotu Beach in December

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Kotu Beach in December is 19°C (67°F) which is somewhat uncomfortable for most people in cities but fine on a beach. The dew point is 23°C (74°F) in the previous month and 17°C (17°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Kotu Beach in December is typically 84%. The maximum relative humidity is 93.1% in the previous month and 76.3% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Kotu Beach in December is typically 55.7%. The average relative humidity is 69% in the previous month and 48.3% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Kotu Beach in December

The average maximum wind speed in Kotu Beach in December is typically 24KM/H (15MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 18KM/H (11MPH) in the previous month and 26KM/H (16MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Kotu Beach in December is typically 10KM/H (6MPH). The average wind speed is 6KM/H (4MPH) in the previous month and 11KM/H (7MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Kotu Beach in December is from the North-Northeast.

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