December weather forecast
Kongwe, Cameroon

December, the first month of the winter in Kongwe, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.6°C (88.9°F) and min 24.9°C (76.8°F).

Temperature

The transition from November to December sees average high-temperatures adjusting to a still tropical 31.6°C (88.9°F), from a not significantly different 30.8°C (87.4°F). Kongwe, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 24.9°C (76.8°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in December is estimated at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. 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 meaningful for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 72%.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 15.5 days and typically aggregates up to 37mm (1.46") of rain.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:21 WAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.