December weather forecastBelabo, Cameroon

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is a hot month in Belabo, Cameroon, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.5°C (88.7°F) and 17.9°C (64.2°F).

Temperature

December brings an average high-temperature of a hot 31.5°C (88.7°F), showing a slight difference from November's 29.5°C (85.1°F). Despite a significant disparity with daytime temperatures, an average low-temperature of 17.9°C (64.2°F) is recorded during December.

Heat index

For most parts of December, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 59%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Belabo, Cameroon, is December, when the rain falls for 3.3 days and typically collects 4mm (0.16") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Belabo, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of December, in Belabo, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:05 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Belabo, Cameroon, is 8.8h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.