December weather forecast
Pointe-Noire, Congo

December culminates the year with temperatures from 24.8°C (76.6°F) to 28.5°C (83.3°F), marking the return of a typical tropical climate in Pointe-Noire. The month is marked by the highest recorded rainfall, bringing back the moist and humid atmosphere. While the daylight reaches its full circle to match the year's start, the month has fewer sunshine days, causing excessive cloud cover. Wind speeds revert to a slower pace, making the weather calm and pleasant. Lastly, the hike in sea temperatures peaks in December, presenting an overall warm and wet scenario.

Temperature

December's average high-temperature in Pointe-Noire stands at a still warm 28.5°C (83.3°F), showing no deviation from November. During December's nights, Pointe-Noire notes a minor temperature decline, reaching an average of 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Heat index

December's average heat index is calculated to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and 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 'feels like' or 'real feel', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. 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. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.

Humidity

May through December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months in Pointe-Noire.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Pointe-Noire. Rain falls for 25.8 days and accumulates 159mm (6.26") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Pointe-Noire, in December, the average water temperature is 26.3°C (79.3°F).
Note: For water activities like swimming, diving, and more, temperatures ranging between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) offer superior comfort and enjoyment for lengthy durations.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 24min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:27 WAT.

Sunshine

April, May and December, with an average of 8.2h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Pointe-Noire are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. 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. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Beware! The reflection of water and sand dramatically increases exposure to the UV rays.