December weather forecastNgouédi, Congo

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Ngouédi, is still a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.2°C (70.2°F) and an average high of 29.2°C (84.6°F).

Temperature

Ngouédi's coldest month, December, registers temperatures that range from a high of 29.2°C (84.6°F) to a low of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Heat index

For most parts of December, the heat index is computed to be a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of 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. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 28.7 days. Throughout December, 181mm (7.13") of precipitation is accumulated. In Ngouédi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 234.2 days and collects up to 1298mm (51.1") of precipitation.

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 05:43 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:19 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.