December weather forecast
Moukanda, Congo

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

Temperature

December is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 29.2°C (84.6°F) to a low of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in December is computed to be a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Moukanda, 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

With an average of 12h and 24min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:18 WAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.