December weather forecastKafingbe, Benin

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kafingbe, is a fiery hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35°C (95°F) and 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Temperature

The arrival of December brings an average high-temperature of a sweltering 35°C (95°F), subtly diverging from November's 33.9°C (93°F). December nights in Kafingbe bring a pronounced temperature shift, with averages hovering around a pleasant 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Heat index

For December, the heat index is computed to be a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Adopt special protective actions against heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Long-duration activity risks heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

In Kafingbe, the average relative humidity in December is 44%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Kafingbe, Benin. Rain falls for 2.8 days and accumulates 4mm (0.16") of precipitation.

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 06:51 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 18:45 WAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.

Updated: Jun 5, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in Kafingbe, is 35°C (95°F), while the low-temperature averages to 21.5°C (70.7°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 38°C (100.4°F).

In Kafingbe, the average relative humidity in December is 44%.

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 2.8 days and typically collects 4mm (0.16") of precipitation.

In Kafingbe, in December, it is raining for 2.8 days, with typically 4mm (0.16") of accumulated precipitation.

With an average of 11h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

The average day length in December is 11h and 40min.

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 07:05 and sunset at 18:45 WAT.

In Kafingbe, the average sunshine duration in December is 8.6h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

33.9°C

35°C

36.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

6.3km/h

6.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

13.2

25.2

24.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Kafingbe, 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
Kafingbe, 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
Kafingbe, 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
Kafingbe, 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
Kafingbe, 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
Kafingbe, 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
Kafingbe, 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
Kafingbe, 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
Kafingbe, 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
Kafingbe, 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
Kafingbe, 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).