December weather forecastOuéto, Benin
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Ouéto, is still a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 32°C (89.6°F) and 25°C (77°F).Temperature
Ouéto experiences a minor change to a still tropical 32°C (89.6°F) in average high-temperature during December, closely reflecting November. In the month of December, Ouéto experiences an average low-temperature of 25°C (77°F).Heat index
December's mean heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. 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 extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. When the air holds a significant amount of moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process is decreased, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently, leading to the sensation of overheating. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.
Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 73%.Rainfall
January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 8.9 days and typically aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of rain.Snowfall
January through August, October through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 18:46 WAT.
Sunshine
In Ouéto, 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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Ouéto, 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
Ouéto, 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
Ouéto, 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
Ouéto, 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
Ouéto, 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
Ouéto, 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
Ouéto, 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
Ouéto, Benin
- Average daylight in December: 11h and 48min
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 48min).
- 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
Ouéto, 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
Ouéto, 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
Ouéto, 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
Ouéto, 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).
