December weather forecast
Kimboto, Congo

December, the first month of the summer in Kimboto, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 21.2°C (70.2°F) and 29.2°C (84.6°F).

Temperature

December is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 29.2°C (84.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is estimated at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

In Kimboto, during December, the rain falls for 28.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 181mm (7.13") of precipitation. In Kimboto, Congo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 234.2 days and collects up to 1298mm (51.1") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Kimboto is December, with an average of 12h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Kimboto, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:15 WAT.

Sunshine

In Kimboto, the average sunshine in December is 8.2h.

UV index

January through July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.