December weather forecast
Issele-Uku, Nigeria

The first month of the winter, December, is still a hot month in Issele-Uku, Nigeria, with an average temperature varying between 22.6°C (72.7°F) and 34.9°C (94.8°F).

Temperature

The transition into December is marked with an average high-temperature of a still hot 34.9°C (94.8°F), showing an insignificant shift from November's 33.2°C (91.8°F). Issele-Uku's nights in December are distinguished by a pronounced temperature shift from the day, with an average low of 22.6°C (72.7°F).

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is computed to be a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. 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.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 53%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.3 days and accumulates 3mm (0.12") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Issele-Uku is December, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:30 WAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Issele-Uku are January and December, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Issele-Uku are January through May, October through 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 the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. 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. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.