December weather forecast
Yoko, Benin

December, the first month of the winter in Yoko, is still a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.4°C (75.9°F) and max 33.6°C (92.5°F).

Temperature

Transitioning from November to December, Yoko observes an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.6°C (92.5°F), differing subtly from the previous month. An average low-temperature of 24.4°C (75.9°F) is noted during the nights in December.

Heat index

December's heat index is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 45°C (113°F). Eyes open: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Prolonged exertion could lead to heatstroke.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Yoko is December, when the rain falls for 5.3 days and typically collects 7mm (0.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Yoko is December, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Yoko, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 18:45 WAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.6h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year in Yoko.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.