December weather forecastKikanou, Congo
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the summer in Kikanou, is still a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.5°C (86.9°F) and min 22°C (71.6°F).Temperature
The coldest months are June, November and December, with an average high-temperature of 30.5°C (86.9°F).Heat index
For most parts of December, the heat index is appraised at an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.
Humidity
December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 88%.Rainfall
In Kikanou, in December, it is raining for 28.3 days, with typically 172mm (6.77") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kikanou, there are 241.2 rainfall days, and 1266mm (49.84") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:23 WAT.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 7.6h.UV index
February through July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Kikanou. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Kikanou, Congo
- Average high temperature in December: 30.5°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and September (32.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June, November and December (30.5°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 22°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (22.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (19.9°C).
Average pressure in December
Kikanou, Congo
- Average pressure in December: 1011.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.6mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Kikanou, Congo
- Average wind speed in December: 4.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (7.9km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are April and May (4.1km/h).
Average humidity in December
Kikanou, Congo
- Average humidity in December: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (64%).
Average rainfall in December
Kikanou, Congo
- Average rainfall in December: 172mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (223mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Kikanou, Congo
- Average rainfall days in December: 28.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (28.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.6 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kikanou, Congo
- Average daylight in December: 12h and 18min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 7h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Kikanou, Congo
- Average sunshine days in December: 1.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (0.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Kikanou, Congo
- Average UV index in December: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in December
Kikanou, Congo
- Average cloud cover in December: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in December
Kikanou, Congo
- Average visibility in December: 7km
The months with the highest visibility are July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (7km).
