December weather forecast
Ompomouena, Gabon

December, the first month of the summer in Ompomouena, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23°C (73.4°F) and 31.5°C (88.7°F).

Temperature

December's onset sees an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.5°C (88.7°F), exhibiting a slight fluctuation from the previous month. During the month of December, the nighttime temperature in Ompomouena, Gabon, falls to an average of 23°C (73.4°F).

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 45°C (113°F). Stay watchful: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are likely. Ongoing effort may cause heatstroke.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

In Ompomouena, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 26.4 days. Throughout December, 144mm (5.67") of precipitation is accumulated. In Ompomouena, during the entire year, the rain falls for 263 days and collects up to 1311mm (51.61") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 12min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:27 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 7.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Ompomouena are January, February, April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.