December weather forecast
Zoula, Gabon

The first month of the winter, December, is a tropical month in Zoula, Gabon, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.1°C (88°F) and min 20.6°C (69.1°F).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature registers at a tropical 31.1°C (88°F), nearly identical to November's 29.6°C (85.3°F). Zoula records an average low of 20.6°C (69.1°F) throughout the nights in December.

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is calculated to be a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). More protective measures are required - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke may follow lengthy activity.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Zoula, Gabon, in December, during 22.2 rainfall days, 57mm (2.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Zoula, during the entire year, the rain falls for 304 days and collects up to 1415mm (55.71") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:54. On the last day of December, in Zoula, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:08 WAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Zoula is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during December morphs into the following directions:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.