December weather forecastKingouala, Congo

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a warm month in Kingouala, Congo, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.2°C (84.6°F) and min 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Temperature

In Kingouala, the month of December registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 29.2°C (84.6°F) at the peak and 21.2°C (70.2°F) at the lowest.

Heat index

During December, the heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Kingouala, 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

The month with the longest days in Kingouala is December, with an average of 12h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of December, in Kingouala, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:18 WAT.

Sunshine

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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.