December weather forecastDoungou, Congo

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a warm month in Doungou, Congo, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.2°C (84.6°F) and an average low of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Temperature

Doungou's coldest month, December, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 29.2°C (84.6°F) to a low of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Heat index

December's mean heat index is calculated to be a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 28.7 days. Throughout December, 181mm (7.13") of precipitation is accumulated. In Doungou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 234.2 days and collects up to 1298mm (51.1") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Doungou, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:17 WAT.

Sunshine

In Doungou, the average sunshine in December is 8.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.