December weather forecastAmou, Benin
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Amou, is a fiery hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35°C (95°F) and an average low of 21.5°C (70.7°F).Temperature
December's average high-temperature stands at a fiery hot 35°C (95°F), showing little deviation from November's 33.9°C (93°F). Amou reports a sharp reduction in temperature during December, averaging at an agreeable 21.5°C (70.7°F) at night.Heat index
December's mean heat index is computed to be a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.
Humidity
In Amou, Benin, the average relative humidity in December is 44%.Rainfall
December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.8 days and accumulates 4mm (0.16") of precipitation.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Amou, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 18:46 WAT.
Sunshine
In Amou, Benin, the average sunshine in December is 8.6h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Amou, Benin
- Average high temperature in December: 35°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (36.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.8°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 21.5°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are March and April (24°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and August (20.9°C).
Average pressure in December
Amou, Benin
- Average pressure in December: 1010.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1009mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Amou, Benin
- Average wind speed in December: 5.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4.9km/h).
Average humidity in December
Amou, Benin
- Average humidity in December: 44%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (40%).
Average rainfall in December
Amou, Benin
- Average rainfall in December: 4mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (154mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (4mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Amou, Benin
- Average rainfall days in December: 2.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (28 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.8 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Amou, Benin
- Average daylight in December: 11h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 8h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Amou, Benin
- Average sunshine days in December: 25.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (25.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (1.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Amou, Benin
- Average UV index in December: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in December
Amou, Benin
- Average cloud cover in December: 8
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 8).
Average visibility in December
Amou, Benin
- Average visibility in December: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (7km).
