December weather forecast
Poundzou, Congo

December, the first month of the summer in Poundzou, is still a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 21.8°C (71.2°F) and max 29.7°C (85.5°F).

Temperature

December, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 29.7°C (85.5°F) and a low of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is appraised at a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.
Normally, the human body cools itself through perspiration, which removes excessive heat by evaporating sweat. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Poundzou, Congo, the rain falls for 26.9 days. Throughout December, 152mm (5.98") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Poundzou, there are 228.5 rainfall days, and 1086mm (42.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Poundzou is December, with an average of 12h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:20 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 8.2h.

UV index

January, February, May through July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Poundzou, Congo. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during December translates into these guidelines:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. 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. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.