December weather forecastBibasse, Gabon

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is a hot month in Bibasse, Gabon, with an average temperature varying between 30.9°C (87.6°F) and 20.6°C (69.1°F).

Temperature

Bibasse indicates an average high-temperature of a hot 30.9°C (87.6°F) in December, showing minor variation from November's 29.8°C (85.6°F). December sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 20.6°C (69.1°F).

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is computed to be an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
When faced with excessive heat, the human body begins to perspire, utilizing the cooling benefits of sweat evaporation. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:18 WAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 7.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during December morphs into the following directions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. 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.