December weather forecast
Ntembo, Congo

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.