December weather forecastMoussogo, Congo

Weather in December

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

Temperature

Moussogo experiences a transition to a still moderately hot 29°C (84.2°F) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of December, not greatly differing from November's 28.3°C (82.9°F). Moussogo witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 21.3°C (70.3°F) throughout December.

Heat index

December's heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. 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.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity 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 Moussogo, there are 274.1 rainfall days, and 1640mm (64.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In Moussogo, Congo, the average sunshine in December is 6.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.