December weather forecastLiranga, Congo

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a hot month in Liranga, Congo, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.8°C (71.2°F) and 32.5°C (90.5°F).

Temperature

With the transition into December, Liranga notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.5°C (90.5°F), closely resembling November. Liranga records a mean low-temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F) in December.

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is computed to be an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Liranga is 70%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout December, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 266.6 rainfall days, and 1061mm (41.77") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 17:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:57 WAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through July, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.