December weather forecast
Kongoussi, Burkina Faso

December

Weather in December

December is highly characterized by dry weather, with no rainfall and reduced humidity at 15%. As Kongoussi moves into its coldest season, the range in temperatures varies from 18.7°C (65.7°F) to 33.6°C (92.5°F); a comfortable climate for visitors and locals alike. The wind speed is at its annual peak of 15.4km/h (9.6mph) bringing the Harmattan dust, which reduces usual visibility. Despite the dust, the minimal cloud coverage ensures abundant sunshine throughout the month, making it an ideal time for outdoor activities.

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a subtle shift in temperature, down from a sweltering 36.6°C (97.9°F) in November to a hot 33.6°C (92.5°F). The temperature notes a substantial fall from the daily peak to an average of 18.7°C (65.7°F) during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 15%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 17:50 GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in December transforms into this advice:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in December?
The high-temperature, in December, in Kongoussi, is 33.6°C (92.5°F), while the low-temperature averages to 18.7°C (65.7°F). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 43°C (109.4°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In Kongoussi, the average relative humidity in December is 15%.
What is the driest month?
January, November and December are months without rainfall.
What is the month with the shortest days in Kongoussi?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Kongoussi have in December?
The average day length in December is 11h and 22min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 17:50 GMT.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Kongoussi have in December?
In Kongoussi, the average sunshine duration in December is 7.6h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index reading in December in Kongoussi?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average temperature in December - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
Average temperature in December
Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.7°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are May and June (29.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.3°C).

Average pressure in December - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
Average pressure in December
Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1007.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
Average wind speed in December
Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
  • Average wind speed in December: 15.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (15.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (9.9km/h).

Average humidity in December - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
Average humidity in December
Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
  • Average humidity in December: 15%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (60%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (12%).

Average rainfall in December - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
Average rainfall in December
Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall in December: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (100mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, November and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
Average rainfall days in December
Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
Average sunshine days in December
Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
  • Average sunshine days in December: 31 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
Average UV index in December
Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are April and May (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
Average cloud cover in December
Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
  • Average cloud cover in December: 6

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
The months with the least cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in December - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
Average visibility in December
Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
  • 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).

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