December Weather in Freetown

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Freetown, Sierra Leone, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 28°C (82°F). Highs can soar to 29°C (84°F), while lows may dip to 25°C (77°F). Typically, the humidity level in Freetown throughout December hovers around 70%.

25°C (77°F)

Minimum temperature

28°C (82°F)

Average temperature

29°C (84°F)

Maximum temperature

70%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In December, Freetown averages 31 mm (1.2 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 10 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 37 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 18 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 54% probability of sunny days during this period.

31 mm (1.2 inches)

Precipitation

10 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 18 minutes

Sunshine hours

54%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In December, the UV Index in Freetown reaches a maximum of 9, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 1 3 5 7 9 9 8 6 3 1 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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