December weather forecastBalatchi, Cameroon

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a warm month in Balatchi, Cameroon, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.2°C (84.6°F) and min 15.6°C (60.1°F).

Temperature

December's commencement is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F), diverging marginally from November's 26.5°C (79.7°F). Balatchi reports a considerable drop from daytime temperatures in December, recording an average nighttime figure of 15.6°C (60.1°F).

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 30°C (86°F). Unrelenting activity during exposure could cause fatigue and potentially lead to heat cramps.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.

Humidity

In Balatchi, Cameroon, the average relative humidity in December is 48%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is accumulated. In Balatchi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 255.5 days and collects up to 1623mm (63.9") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:16 WAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Balatchi, Cameroon, are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Frequently asked questions

During December, Balatchi experiences an average high-temperature of 29.2°C (84.6°F) and a low-temperature of 15.6°C (60.1°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 30°C (86°F).

In Balatchi, Cameroon, the average relative humidity in December is 48%.

In Balatchi, in December, during 2.9 rainfall days, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The month with the shortest days in Balatchi, Cameroon, is December, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.

The average day length in December is 11h and 49min.

On the first day of December in Balatchi, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:16 WAT.

With an average of 10h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year in Balatchi.

In December, the average sunshine duration in Balatchi, Cameroon, is 10h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Balatchi, Cameroon, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Balatchi, Cameroon

  • Average high temperature in December: 29.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (31°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (23.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (18.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is November (15.5°C).

Average pressure in December
Balatchi, Cameroon

  • Average pressure in December: 1011.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Balatchi, Cameroon

  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (5.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and September (3.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Balatchi, Cameroon

  • Average humidity in December: 48%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (43%).

Average rainfall in December
Balatchi, Cameroon

  • Average rainfall in December: 6mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (269mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (5mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Balatchi, Cameroon

  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (30.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (2.9 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Balatchi, Cameroon

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Balatchi, Cameroon

  • Average sunshine days in December: 26.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (26.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (0.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Balatchi, Cameroon

  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
Balatchi, Cameroon

  • Average cloud cover in December: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in December
Balatchi, Cameroon

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5km).