December weather forecastLemboumbou, Congo

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is also a moderately hot month in Lemboumbou, Congo, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.3°C (70.3°F) and 29°C (84.2°F).

Temperature

With December's advent, Lemboumbou sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 29°C (84.2°F), subtly shifted from November's 28.3°C (82.9°F). Nighttime temperatures in December average to a pleasant 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Heat index

In December, the heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. 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 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing 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.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Lemboumbou is 90%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 30.2 days. Throughout December, 236mm (9.29") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lemboumbou, there are 274.1 rainfall days, and 1640mm (64.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Lemboumbou, with an average of 12h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:23 WAT.

Sunshine

In Lemboumbou, the average sunshine in December is 6.2h.

UV index

October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Lemboumbou, Congo. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.