December weather forecast
Battam Town, Sierra Leone

December, the first month of the winter in Battam Town, is still a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31°C (87.8°F) and 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Temperature

Battam Town's shift from November to December is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still hot 31°C (87.8°F), a slight deviation from 30.1°C (86.2°F). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 24.5°C (76.1°F) in December.

Heat index

For December, the heat index is estimated at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Exercise increased caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

In Battam Town, in December, during 4 rainfall days, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Battam Town, there are 205.9 rainfall days, and 1507mm (59.33") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Battam Town, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of December, in Battam Town, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 18:45 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Battam Town is 9.7h.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.