December weather forecast
Lopou, Ivory Coast

The first month of the winter, December, is a hot month in Lopou, Ivory Coast, with an average temperature varying between 24.6°C (76.3°F) and 30.6°C (87.1°F).

Temperature

In December, Lopou experiences a minor shift in meteorological conditions with average high-temperatures marked at a tropical 30.6°C (87.1°F), closely mirroring the climate in November. During the nights in December, Lopou experiences a consistent average temperature of 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index in December is calculated to be a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Lopou, in December, it is raining for 22.8 days, with typically 69mm (2.72") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 289.4 rainfall days, and 995mm (39.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Lopou is December, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Lopou, Ivory Coast, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:15 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Lopou is 8.9h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Lopou. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.