December weather forecastCacefo, Angola

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Cacefo, is still a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.3°C (84.7°F) and min 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

Cacefo, Angola, records an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.3°C (84.7°F) as December arrives, nearly mirroring the previous month's climate. Cacefo maintains a consistent average nighttime low-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F) throughout December.

Heat index

For December, the heat index is computed to be a very hot 35°C (95°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Cacefo, Angola, is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, in Cacefo, the rain falls for 16.7 days. Throughout December, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.7 rainfall days, and 456mm (17.95") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:27 WAT.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 9.3h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Cacefo, Angola. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.