December weather forecastEdea, Cameroon

Weather in December

December characterizes the peak of the dry season in Edea, presenting an entirely different weather picture from the rainy months. Rainfall drops to its annual minimum at just 23mm (0.91") across 14 days, signifying a vastly drier climate. The cloud cover reduces substantially, offering clear blue skies for the most part. Despite the reducing humidity levels, the consistent daylight duration offers plenty of warmth during the day. In conclusion, December wraps up the year on a dry, sunny, and truly tropical note in Edea, Cameroon.

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature registers at a still tropical 33.2°C (91.8°F), nearly identical to November's 31.6°C (88.9°F). Edea's nighttime temperature in December drops to an average of 24.9°C (76.8°F).

Heat index

December's heat index is evaluated at a blazing hot 45°C (113°F). Beware: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are very likely. Heatstroke is imminent with prolonged activity.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

In Edea, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Edea is December, when the rain falls for 14.3 days and typically collects 23mm (0.91") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:19 WAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Edea. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.