December weather forecast
Santchou, Cameroon

December, the first month of the winter in Santchou, is a tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 30.6°C (87.1°F) and 18.5°C (65.3°F).

Temperature

With the transition into December, Santchou notes an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.6°C (87.1°F), closely resembling November. During December, Santchou perceives a consistent contrast from the daytime highs, with an average low-temperature of 18.5°C (65.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index for December is calculated to be a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

In Santchou, the average relative humidity in December is 63%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Santchou is December, when the rain falls for 6.7 days and typically collects 11mm (0.43") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of December, in Santchou, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:18 WAT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is December, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Santchou are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in December translates into this advice:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.