December weather forecastMoloundou, Cameroon

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a hot month in Moloundou, Cameroon, with an average temperature ranging between max 34°C (93.2°F) and min 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Temperature

The onset of December notes an average high-temperature of a still hot 34°C (93.2°F), subtly shifted from November's 31.9°C (89.4°F). Moloundou records a pronounced decline from the day's peak to an average nighttime low-temperature of 21.5°C (70.7°F) throughout December.

Heat index

December's average heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 43°C (109.4°F). Take heed: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Heatstroke is a potential outcome of continuous activity.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Moloundou, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout December, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 254.7 rainfall days, and 1034mm (40.71") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:02 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, July, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.