December weather forecastBasso, Benin

December

Weather in December

December marks the finale of the climatic cycle in Basso, Benin, with weather returning to its initial dry and clear state. The grandeur of the city is amplified with increased sunshine hours and reduced cloud cover. Accompanied by mild winds, the weather turns relatively cooler, resulting in a drop in temperatures. The city experiences highs of 34.9°C (94.8°F), while the nights can get as cool as 18.1°C (64.6°F). The overall weather of Basso in December exhibits significant dryness, calm winds, and relatively cooler temperatures.

Temperature

December begins with an average high-temperature of a tropical 34.9°C (94.8°F), reflecting close similarity to the preceding month. Compared to daytime temperatures, Basso's temperature drops significantly, averaging a refreshing 18.1°C (64.6°F) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 18%.

Rainfall

January, November and December are months without rainfall.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 18:34 WAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January, November and December, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are August and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during December translates into the following directions:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in December, in Basso, is 34.9°C (94.8°F), while the average low-temperature is 18.1°C (64.6°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 46°C (114.8°F).

In December, the average relative humidity is 18%.

In Basso, rain does not fall in January, November and December.

With an average of 11h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

In Basso, the average day length in December is 11h and 31min.

On the first day of December in Basso, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 18:34 WAT.

The months with the most sunshine in Basso are January, November and December, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December is 10h.

The months with the lowest UV index are August and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Basso, Benin

  • Average high temperature in December: 34.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (30.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (27.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Basso, Benin

  • Average pressure in December: 1011.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1011.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1007.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Basso, Benin

  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (9.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.5km/h).

Average humidity in December
Basso, Benin

  • Average humidity in December: 18%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (15%).

Average rainfall in December
Basso, Benin

  • Average rainfall in December: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (149mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, November and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Basso, Benin

  • Average rainfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, November and December (0.1 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Basso, Benin

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 10h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Basso, Benin

  • Average sunshine days in December: 30.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Basso, Benin

  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April and May (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are August and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December
Basso, Benin

  • Average cloud cover in December: 3

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in December
Basso, Benin

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (9km).