December weather forecastKabo, Congo

Weather in December

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

Temperature

December's onset sees an average high-temperature of a still hot 34°C (93.2°F), exhibiting a slight fluctuation from the previous month. Kabo, amidst the high December temperatures, experiences a substantial shift to an average nighttime low of 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Heat index

In December, the heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 43°C (109.4°F). Remain alert: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Extended effort can lead to heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Kabo, in December, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 25mm (0.98") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 254.7 rainfall days, and 1034mm (40.71") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 12h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 17:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:59 WAT.

Sunshine

In Kabo, the average sunshine in December is 9.5h.

UV index

January through May, 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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during December leads to these instructions:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. 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. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.