December weather forecastMinda, Congo

Weather in December

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

Temperature

During December, the average high-temperature is a still warm 29°C (84.2°F), maintaining a close resemblance to that of the preceding month. In the month of December, Minda witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index for December is appraised at a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. 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 are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 18min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Minda.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of December, in Minda, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:24 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Minda is 6.2h.

UV index

October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Minda. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in December transforms into this advice:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.