December weather forecast
Akam, Gabon

December, the first month of the winter in Akam, is a tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between min 20.6°C (69.1°F) and max 30.9°C (87.6°F).

Temperature

The advent of December brings an average high-temperature of a hot 30.9°C (87.6°F), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. Akam, in December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 20.6°C (69.1°F).

Heat index

December's average heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Akam, during December, the rain falls for 20.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 42mm (1.65") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 317.5 rainfall days, and 1608mm (63.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:16 WAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 7.9h.

UV index

January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.