December weather forecast
Mindourou, Cameroon

The first month of the winter, December, is a hot month in Mindourou, Cameroon, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.5°C (90.5°F) and min 19°C (66.2°F).

Temperature

December's advent notes a subtle adjustment in average high-temperature to a hot 32.5°C (90.5°F) from November. Mindourou registers a substantial downturn from daytime peaks throughout December nights, with an average low-temperature of 19°C (66.2°F).

Heat index

During December, the heat index is evaluated at a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

In Mindourou, the average relative humidity in December is 62%.

Rainfall

In Mindourou, Cameroon, during December, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 8mm (0.31") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 264.4 rainfall days, and 1326mm (52.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of December, in Mindourou, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:07 WAT.

Sunshine

In Mindourou, the average sunshine in December is 9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during December morphs into the following directions:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.