December weather forecastNtembo, Congo

December

Weather in December

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

Temperature

The coldest period tends to be December, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 29.2°C (84.6°F) and a low of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during December is appraised at a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ntembo, 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

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:17 WAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Ntembo is 8.2h.

UV index

January through July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in December leads to these recommendations:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Ntembo's coldest temperatures are experienced in December, with average high temperatures of 29.2°C (84.6°F) and lows of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

The average high-temperature, in December, in Ntembo, is 29.2°C (84.6°F), while the average low-temperature is 21.2°C (70.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in December is appraised at 37°C (98.6°F).

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

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

In December, the rain falls for 28.7 days. Throughout December, 181mm (7.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 24min of daylight.

In December, the average day length is 12h and 22min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:17 WAT.

In Ntembo, the average sunshine duration in December is 8.2h.

The months with the lowest UV index are January through July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average temperature in December
Ntembo, Congo

Average high temperature in December: 29.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (32.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.2°C).

Average low temperature in December: 21.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (22.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (20°C).

Average pressure in December
Ntembo, Congo

Average pressure in December: 1011.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Ntembo, Congo

Average wind speed in December: 4.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (9.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (4.8km/h).

Average humidity in December
Ntembo, Congo

Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (59%).

Average rainfall in December
Ntembo, Congo

Average rainfall in December: 181mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (234mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Ntembo, Congo

Average rainfall days in December: 28.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (28.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.6 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ntembo, Congo

Average daylight in December: 12h and 24min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

Average sunshine in December: 8h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ntembo, Congo

Average sunshine days in December: 1.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (1.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Ntembo, Congo

Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December
Ntembo, Congo

Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Ntembo, Congo

Average visibility in December: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (7km).