December weather forecast
Botala, Congo

The first month of the winter, December, is still a tropical month in Botala, Congo, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.6°C (70.9°F) and an average high of 34.4°C (93.9°F).

Temperature

With the advent of December, Botala experiences an average high-temperature of a still hot 34.4°C (93.9°F), mirroring a close resemblance to the previous month. Botala receives a consistent average low-temperature of 21.6°C (70.9°F) in December, a substantial dip from the day's heat.

Heat index

The heat index value during December is evaluated at an extremely hot 44°C (111.2°F). Take note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke can occur with prolonged effort.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In Botala, the average relative humidity in December is 61%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 9.6 days and typically collects 18mm (0.71") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Botala.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 17:40. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:54 WAT.

Sunshine

In Botala, the average sunshine in December is 9.6h.

UV index

January through July, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.