December weather forecast
Dibombari, Cameroon

Nearing the year-end, December greets Dibombari with just 23mm (0.91") of rain, signifying the successful transition into the dry season. Weather conditions in December are somewhat similar to the ones experienced in January. The slight drop in temperature, combined with the footprints of the rainy season, gives the city a refreshing start to the new year. Tourism tends to flourish during this month due to the pleasant and predictable weather.

Temperature

Welcoming December, Dibombari notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.2°C (91.8°F), nearly consistent with November's 31.6°C (88.9°F). Dibombari experiences an average nighttime temperature of 24.9°C (76.8°F) in the month of December.

Heat index

The heat index in December is computed to be a burning hot 45°C (113°F). Take note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke can occur with prolonged effort.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 73%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Dibombari. Rain falls for 14.3 days and accumulates 23mm (0.91") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Dibombari.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:21 WAT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is December, with an average of 9.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Dibombari are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.