December weather forecastBatcha, Cameroon

December

Weather in December

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

Temperature

December commences with an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.2°C (84.6°F), showing little deviation from November's 26.5°C (79.7°F). In Batcha, a significant divergence from daytime highs is recorded, with average lows of 15.6°C (60.1°F) during December nights.

Heat index

The average heat index in December is evaluated at a hot 30°C (86°F). Constant exposure and activity lead to possible fatigue. Prolonged exercise may result in heat cramps.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 48%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Batcha, Cameroon, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Batcha, Cameroon, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:16 WAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during December morphs into the following directions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.

Updated: Jan 25, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Batcha, 29.2°C (84.6°F) is the average high-temperature and 15.6°C (60.1°F) is the average low-temperature during December. In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).

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

In Batcha, in December, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 6mm (0.24") of accumulated precipitation.

With an average of 11h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Batcha, Cameroon.

In Batcha, Cameroon, the average day length in December is 11h and 50min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:16 WAT.

The month with the most sunshine in Batcha, Cameroon, is December, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

In December, the average sunshine duration in Batcha 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 Batcha 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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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

26.5°C

29.2°C

30.4°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

6.3km/h

6.4km/h

6.2km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

12.9

26.4

24.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

26%

Average visibility

9km

10km

Average temperature in December
Batcha, 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
Batcha, 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
Batcha, 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
Batcha, 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
Batcha, 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
Batcha, 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
Batcha, 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
Batcha, 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
Batcha, 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).