December weather forecast
Forikolo, Sierra Leone

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

Temperature

A minimal variation is noted in Forikolo's average high-temperature at the onset of December, reaching a still hot 31°C (87.8°F) from November's 30.1°C (86.2°F). In the month of December, Forikolo records a consistent average low-temperature of 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index in December is computed to be a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

In Forikolo, the average relative humidity in December is 69%.

Rainfall

In Forikolo, during December, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 205.9 rainfall days, and 1507mm (59.33") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Forikolo, Sierra Leone.
On the first day of December in Forikolo, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 18:44 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.