December weather forecast
Alembe, Gabon

The first month of the summer, December, is still a tropical month in Alembe, Gabon, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.5°C (88.7°F) and min 23°C (73.4°F).

Temperature

In Alembe, the average high-temperature in December is practically the same as in November - a still tropical 31.5°C (88.7°F). In Alembe, the average low-temperature is 23°C (73.4°F).

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is evaluated at a burning hot 45°C (113°F). Be wary: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are highly anticipated. With continued activity, heatstroke is very likely.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like', 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature', or 'real feel', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Additional factors like activity, differences in body mass, height, and shape, metabolic differences, and pregnancy affect individual temperature impact. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it is vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Alembe is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 26.4 days. Throughout December, 144mm (5.67") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Alembe, there are 263 rainfall days, and 1311mm (51.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Alembe is December, with an average of 12h and 8min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Alembe, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:22 WAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Alembe is 7.3h.

UV index

January, February, April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 7 translate into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.