December weather forecast
Parakou, Benin

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Weather in December

Finally arriving at the year's end, December in Parakou boasts of essentially dry conditions, with no recorded rainfall. With lower temperatures, swinging between 20°C (68°F) and 35.5°C (95.9°F), this month ensures a mild atmosphere. Evenly matched with January, the longest sunshine duration of 10 hours a day returns to the city. With these shifts in weather patterns, the end of the year in Parakou is celebrated under clear, sunny skies. The decline of humidity to a comforting 23% adds to the city's allure, concluding the annual climatic cycle on a pleasant note.

Temperature

As Parakou welcomes December, the average high-temperature stabilizes at a still very hot 35.5°C (95.9°F), showing little deviation from November's 35°C (95°F). With a significant temperature contrast, nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 20°C (68°F) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 23%.

Rainfall

The only month without rainfall in Parakou is December.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Parakou, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 18:40 WAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Parakou are January and December, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

UV index

In Parakou, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during December leads to these instructions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Parakou in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 35.5°C (95.9°F) and 20°C (68°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in November is evaluated at 40°C (104°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Parakou?

In December, the average relative humidity in Parakou is 23%.

What is the driest month in Parakou?

December is the only month when rain does not fall.

Does it rain in Parakou in December?

In December, in Parakou, Benin, it doesn't rain. November is the latest month when it rains.

What is the month with the shortest days in Parakou?

The month with the shortest days in Parakou, Benin, is December, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Parakou have in December?

The average day length in December in Parakou is 11h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Parakou?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 18:40 WAT.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Parakou?

The months with the most sunshine in Parakou, Benin, are January and December, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Parakou?

The average sunshine duration in December in Parakou, Benin, is 10h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Parakou?

In Parakou, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Parakou, Benin

Average temperature in December - Parakou, Benin
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (39.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (24.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°C).

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Average pressure in December
Parakou, Benin

Average pressure in December - Parakou, Benin
  • Average pressure in December: 1011mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1008.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Parakou, Benin

Average wind speed in December - Parakou, Benin
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.9km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Parakou, Benin

Average humidity in December - Parakou, Benin
  • Average humidity in December: 23%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (22%).

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Average rainfall in December
Parakou, Benin

Average rainfall in December - Parakou, Benin
  • Average rainfall in December: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (140mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Parakou, Benin

Average rainfall days in December - Parakou, Benin
  • Average rainfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.3 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Parakou, Benin

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Parakou, Benin
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 10h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Parakou, Benin

Average sunshine days in December - Parakou, Benin
  • Average sunshine days in December: 30.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Parakou, Benin

Average UV index in December - Parakou, Benin
  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are March and April (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in December
Parakou, Benin

Average cloud cover in December - Parakou, Benin
  • Average cloud cover in December: 3

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 3).

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Average visibility in December
Parakou, Benin

Average visibility in December - Parakou, Benin
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (7km).

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