December weather forecastKimbedi, Congo

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Kimbedi, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 21.2°C (70.2°F) and 29.2°C (84.6°F).

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 29.2°C (84.6°F) and a low of 21.2°C (70.2°F), December stands out as the coldest month.

Heat index

The heat index in December is estimated at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
When faced with excessive heat, the human body begins to perspire, utilizing the cooling benefits of sweat evaporation. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 87%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Kimbedi, in December, during 28.7 rainfall days, 181mm (7.13") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 234.2 rainfall days, and 1298mm (51.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 24min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Kimbedi, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:18 WAT.

Sunshine

In Kimbedi, 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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 in December translates into these instructions:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.

Frequently asked questions

December, with its average high-temperature of 29.2°C (84.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 21.2°C (70.2°F), holds the record as the coldest month.

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 29.2°C (84.6°F) and 21.2°C (70.2°F) respectively. In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 37°C (98.6°F).

December is the most humid month in Kimbedi, Congo, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

In Kimbedi, Congo, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

In Kimbedi, during December, the rain falls for 28.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 181mm (7.13") of precipitation.

With an average of 12h and 24min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Kimbedi, Congo.

The average day length in December is 12h and 22min.

On the first day of December in Kimbedi, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:18 WAT.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 8.2h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Kimbedi are January through July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Kimbedi is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Kimbedi, Congo

  • Average high temperature in December: 29.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (32.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (22.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (20°C).

Average pressure in December
Kimbedi, Congo

  • Average pressure in December: 1011.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Kimbedi, Congo

  • Average wind speed in December: 4.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (9.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (4.8km/h).

Average humidity in December
Kimbedi, Congo

  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (59%).

Average rainfall in December
Kimbedi, Congo

  • Average rainfall in December: 181mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (234mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Kimbedi, Congo

  • Average rainfall days in December: 28.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (28.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.6 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kimbedi, Congo

  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 24min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kimbedi, Congo

  • Average sunshine days in December: 1.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (1.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Kimbedi, Congo

  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December
Kimbedi, Congo

  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Kimbedi, 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).