December weather forecastMpouya-Moké, Congo

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a tropical month in Mpouya-Moké, Congo, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.3°C (88.3°F) and min 21.9°C (71.4°F).

Temperature

December's onset records an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.3°C (88.3°F), a near match to November's 30.3°C (86.5°F). During December, the temperature is averaged to a low of 21.9°C (71.4°F) at night.

Heat index

The heat index in December is estimated at a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. 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. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Mpouya-Moké is 77%.

Rainfall

In Mpouya-Moké, Congo, during December, the rain falls for 28 days and regularly aggregates up to 113mm (4.45") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 277.8 rainfall days, and 1195mm (47.05") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 18min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Mpouya-Moké, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:06 WAT.

Sunshine

In Mpouya-Moké, the average sunshine in December is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Mpouya-Moké, Congo, are January through August, October through 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 the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.