December weather forecast
Kambia, Sierra Leone

December is the harbinger of a dry season in Kambia. With the end of rainfall, skies clear up, celebrating the arrival of consistently sunny days. A slight increase in temperatures confirms the oncoming drier season. As the year comes to a close, the town experiences longer hours of sunshine, glorifying its beautiful landscapes. In line with the festive season and the benevolent weather, December is a hotspot for holidaymakers, ending the year on a jubilant note.

Temperature

Entering December, Kambia's average high-temperature reads a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F), indicating a close resemblance to the previous month's climate. During the month of December, the temperature falls to an average of 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for December is calculated to be a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are especially vital to 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.
One of the main methods the human body employs to cool down is by perspiring, as this process allows sweat to evaporate and remove excess heat. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout December, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kambia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 205.9 days and collects up to 1507mm (59.33") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 18:43 GMT.

Sunshine

In Kambia, the average sunshine in December 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 in Kambia, Sierra Leone. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in December transforms into this advice:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.