December weather forecast
Tandji, Benin

December, the first month of the winter in Tandji, is a fiery hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.8°C (73°F) and 36.3°C (97.3°F).

Temperature

December's presence marks an average high-temperature of a torrid 36.3°C (97.3°F), subtly varied from November's 34.4°C (93.9°F). Tandji registers a significant drop in temperature in December, with average nighttime lows of 22.8°C (73°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for December is evaluated at a burning hot 48°C (118.4°F). Vigilance: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. The likelihood of heatstroke increases with continued activity.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. 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.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 58%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.5 days and accumulates 3mm (0.12") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 18:47 WAT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is December, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in December translates into this advice:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.