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Funafuti weather in December (Tuvalu)

Curious about the December weather in Funafuti? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In December, Funafuti generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 30°C, while nights can cool down to about 27°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Funafuti in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 310 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 176 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Funafuti. July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Funafuti climate page with graphs.

 

Funafuti, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 27°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 29°C  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 310 mm  
HumidityHumidity 81%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 176 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Tuvalu in December

Find out more about the weather in Tuvalu in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Funafuti in December?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 29°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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