December weather forecast
Poura, Burkina Faso

December

Weather in December

Poura, in December, is a world away from the rains of the past months, encapsulated by dry weather and moderate temperatures. The sun regains its dominance even as cool breezes offer intermissions in the balmy ambiance. December cascades into the weather sphere with absolutely no rainfall, signalling the full advent of the dry season. Daytime activities experience a surge during this month as locals and tourists revel in the outdoors without the risk of sudden showers. With the transition of weather from one extreme to the other, Poura bears testament to the intricate, rhythmic dance of nature.

Temperature

Poura experiences an average high-temperature of a still torrid 35.3°C (95.5°F) in December, marking an insignificant shift from 37.1°C (98.8°F) in November. A significant temperature decrease to an average a refreshing 19.4°C (66.9°F) characterizes Poura's nighttime temperatures during December.

Humidity

In Poura, the average relative humidity in December is 15%.

Rainfall

January and December are months without rainfall.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 17:44. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 17:57 GMT.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are October through 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. 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. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in December?
The average high-temperature, in December, in Poura, is 35.3°C (95.5°F), while the average low-temperature is 19.4°C (66.9°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 45°C (113°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In December, the average relative humidity is 15%.
What is the driest month?
January and December are months without rainfall.
Does it rain in December?
In December, it doesn't rain. November is the latest month when it rains.
What is the month with the shortest days?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 30min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Poura have in December?
The average day length in December is 11h and 28min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 17:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 17:57 GMT.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
October through December, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December?
In Poura, 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 reading in December?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Poura, Burkina Faso
Average temperature in December
Poura, Burkina Faso
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (31.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (28.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°C).

Average pressure in December - Poura, Burkina Faso
Average pressure in December
Poura, Burkina Faso
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1007.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Poura, Burkina Faso
Average wind speed in December
Poura, Burkina Faso
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7.1km/h).

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (14%).

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (142mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Poura, Burkina Faso
Average rainfall days in December
Poura, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.1 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Poura, Burkina Faso
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Poura, Burkina Faso
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are October, November and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December - Poura, Burkina Faso
Average sunshine days in December
Poura, Burkina Faso
  • Average sunshine days in December: 30.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.8 days).

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

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

Average cloud cover in December - Poura, Burkina Faso
Average cloud cover in December
Poura, Burkina Faso
  • Average cloud cover in December: 5

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in December - Poura, Burkina Faso
Average visibility in December
Poura, Burkina Faso
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (9km).

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