December weather forecast
Kouritenga, Burkina Faso

December

Weather in December

December in Kouritenga signifies the true start of the dry season. The atmosphere remains vibrant, with temperatures ranging from 18.7°C (65.7°F) to 34.4°C (93.9°F). The month exhibits the least rainfall and reduced humidity levels of 16%, similar to January's levels. Although the level of daylight decreases slightly compared to November, more sunshine hours prevail, making December a favorable time to visit Kouritenga. The cycle of weather conditions thus comes full circle preparing for another year ahead.

Temperature

Upon the beginning of December, Kouritenga's high-temperatures register at a hot 34.4°C (93.9°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. Kouritenga sees a major change from daytime highs, with the nighttime temperature dipping to a comfortable 18.7°C (65.7°F) on average during December.

Humidity

In Kouritenga, the average relative humidity in December is 16%.

Rainfall

In Kouritenga, Burkina Faso, rain does not fall in January, November and December.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Kouritenga, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 17:46 GMT.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in December translates into this advice:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in December?
The high-temperature, in December, in Kouritenga, records 34.4°C (93.9°F), while the low-temperature is 18.7°C (65.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in October is calculated to be 42°C (107.6°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Kouritenga?
The average relative humidity in December is 16%.
What is the driest month in Kouritenga?
January, November and December are months without rainfall.
What is the month with the shortest days?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December?
In December, the average day length is 11h and 26min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 17:46 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 Kouritenga have in December?
In Kouritenga, the average sunshine duration in December is 7.6h.
When is the lowest UV index?
The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index intensity in December?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Kouritenga, Burkina Faso
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (40.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (31.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (29.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°C).

Average pressure in December
Kouritenga, Burkina Faso
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1007.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Kouritenga, Burkina Faso
  • Average wind speed in December: 14.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Kouritenga, Burkina Faso
  • Average humidity in December: 16%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (70%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (14%).

Average rainfall in December
Kouritenga, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall in December: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (128mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, November and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Kouritenga, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.1 days).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
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 May (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kouritenga, Burkina Faso
  • Average sunshine days in December: 30.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Kouritenga, Burkina Faso
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June and September (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December
Kouritenga, Burkina Faso
  • Average cloud cover in December: 4

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in December
Kouritenga, 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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