December weather forecastAllada, Benin
December
Weather in December
December sees the least rainfall in Allada, Benin, with only 16mm (0.63") spread over approximately 9 days. This makes it the driest month, closing the year with drier weather. Despite the decrease in rainfall, the sunlight hours experience a slight dip. The cooler temperatures, coupled with the steady wind speeds, help mark the end of the year with a pleasant chill in the air.Temperature
December denotes a minimal variation in the average high-temperature to a still tropical 32°C (89.6°F) from November's 30.8°C (87.4°F). Allada, in the month of December, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 25°C (77°F).Heat index
The heat index value during December is appraised at a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 73%.Rainfall
The months with the least rainfall are January and December Rain falls for 8.9 days and accumulates 16mm (0.63") of rain.Snowfall
January through August, October through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
With an average of 11h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 18:46 WAT.
Sunshine
In Allada, the average sunshine in December is 9.6h.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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
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Average temperature in December
Allada, Benin
- Average high temperature in December: 32°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (32.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.4°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 25°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (26.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.3°C).
Average pressure in December
Allada, Benin
- Average pressure in December: 1010.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.4mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.4mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Allada, Benin
- Average wind speed in December: 10.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (15.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (10.5km/h).
Average humidity in December
Allada, Benin
- Average humidity in December: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Allada, Benin
- Average rainfall in December: 16mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (125mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (16mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Allada, Benin
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.9 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and September (24.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).
Average snowfall days in December
Allada, Benin
- Average snowfall days in December: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Allada, Benin
- Average daylight in December: 11h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 9h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Allada, Benin
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (2.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Allada, Benin
- Average UV index in December: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in December
Allada, Benin
- Average cloud cover in December: 14
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in December
Allada, Benin
- Average visibility in December: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
