December weather forecastMatoko, Congo

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Matoko, is still a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.6°C (70.9°F) and 34.4°C (93.9°F).

Temperature

Matoko's average high-temperature in December is a still hot 34.4°C (93.9°F), marking an insignificant difference from the 32.2°C (90°F) of November. Nighttime temperatures throughout December register a significant deviation from the day's highs, averaging at a pleasant 21.6°C (70.9°F).

Heat index

The heat index in December is appraised at a scorching 44°C (111.2°F). Guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are foreseeable. Prolonged effort may bring about heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 61%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.6 days and accumulates 18mm (0.71") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Matoko.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 17:40. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:54 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through July, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.